Integration Planning, Execution are Key To M&A Success
Having an integration plan that aligns with strategic rationale was among the most commonly cited lessons learned by surveyed finance executives involved in hospital M&As.
Creative Partnership Maintains Community Hospital
Through the vision of local officials and hospital leaders, St. Francis Hospital continues to serve Topeka residents.
Own, Partner, or Contract?
There are seven important options hospitals and health systems should consider when contemplating ownership of a post-acute network versus a partnership or contractual arrangement.
Benefits of Close Relationships Between Hospital Systems and Post-Acute Care Providers
By developing close relationships with post-acute care providers, hospitals can ensure patients receive five important benefits.
Optimizing a Health System’s Post-Acute Care Network
Health systems should develop strong networks of post-acute care providers as part of strategic efforts to deliver high-quality service across the care continuum, from wellness to end-of-life care.
hfm Magazine: May 2018
The May 2018 edition of hfm explores the healthcare capital market outlook, equipment replacement strategies, variable-rate demand bonds, and the drivers behind the total cost of care.
Best Practices for Affiliation Agreements Between Health Systems and Universities
A well-structured affiliation agreement between university and health system partners will enable the parties to execute joint strategic priorities and advance the shared goals of the academic medical center.
Health System Integration: Prescription for Success
Health systems that are pursuing a merger or acquisition require a structured planning process to achieve full integration across the merged organizations’ clinical, administrative, and operational areas.
Hospital Deals Accelerate in 2018
April 17—Hospital mergers and acquisitions accelerated during the first part of 2018, according to deal-tracking companies.
How Geisinger Maintains Strong Revenue Cycle Performance During M&As
Geisinger Health System leaders have been able to return to previous revenue cycle performance levels within 90 days or less during their integrations. Their strong performance continues today as demonstrated by the health system’s award-winning revenue cycle department.