Risk contracting: Outlook and success factors for hospitals and health systems
An December 2020 HFMA survey, sponsored by GHX, found high levels of optimism, overall regarding the future of value-based payment.
Implications of the HFMA-GHX study of risk-based contracting
In this article discussing implications of the findings of a December 2020 HFMA study, sponsored by GHX, healthcare leaders share their perspectives on key factors contributing to their organizations' success under value-based contracts.
Healthcare M&A: Are you prepared for the pitfalls?
Leaders of hospitals and health systems whose organizations are embarking on a merger or acquisition should be prepared to avoid the many potential pitfalls associated with such an strategic venture.
Healthcare News of Note: Halting elective surgeries in early 2020 cost hospitals $22.3 billion
Healthcare News of Note for healthcare finance professionals is a roundup of articles from the past week, including hospitals’ loss of revenue from halting elective surgeries, what healthcare providers want Biden to focus on and a new survey on physician burnout.
iVita Financial: Reducing bad debt while improving the patient financial experience
Gain insight into a program that improves patient collections, accelerating cash flow and shrinking bad debt, while boosting patient satisfaction and enabling a more patient-centric service experience in this business profile.
Amid ‘dire’ losses, some eye restart of hospital elective surgeries
As hospitals' financial losses mount, guidance emerges on restarting elective surgeries.
Why the internal audit function serves as a bulwark against risk for healthcare organizations
Internal audit is a risk-management function that becomes increasingly important for hospitals and health systems in times of crisis, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Climate Change: Could it give rise to the next viral disease outbreak?
Health systems should continue to be be cognizant of the potential risks they face from global warming, which include not only more violent and frequent storms but also increased vulnerability within their areas to mosquito-borne diseases.
CMS’s latest guidance for healthcare organizations on the new coronavirus
The HFMA editorial team will continuously post the latest announcements from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) related to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Unlocking the value in your medical devices can reduce costs and risk
A few leaders from one company review the ways their company provides financial savings for healthcare organizations — both operational savings and decreased capital spending on clinical assets — while reducing risk and improving provider and patient satisfaction.