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Reviewing the Current Expected Credit Losses (CECL) In Healthcare
As a response to recent financial crises that occurred in the U.S., the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2016-13 – Financial Instruments – Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments. Subtopic 326-20 of the ASU sets forth the Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) model that…
Bridging the gap: Integrating value-based care into revenue cycle management
The idea of value-based care (VBC) has existed for decades but only gained momentum since the 2017 implementation of the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and the Quality Payment Program (QPP). VBC incentivizes providers for quality outcomes, unlike fee-for-service models that reimburse providers for each service performed. The ultimate goal of VBC is to improve…
The power of AI in healthcare: a leader’s guide
In this new guide, explore five key areas every healthcare organization should consider when developing a generative AI strategy and assessing potential vendors’ solutions.
Navigating toward successful contract negotiations with health plans
A group of healthcare leaders discuss various tactics they are using to negotiate better rates with payers and ensure payers’ commitment to accurate, timely payment.
FY 2025 Inpatient Psychiatric Facilities PPS Proposed Rule Summary
HFMA presents a detailed summary of the FY 2025 Inpatient Psychiatric Facilities Prospective Payment System proposed rule, published in the April 3, 2024.
FY 2025 Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility PPS Proposed Rule Summary
HFMA presents a detailed summary of the proposed rule published by CMS on the Medicare inpatient rehabilitation facility prospective payment system updates for FY 2025.
FY 2025 IPPS/LTCH PPS Proposed Rule Summary
HFMA presents a detailed summary of the FY 2025 IPPS/LTCH prospective payment system proposed rule, released by CMS on April 10, 2024.
FY 2025 Hospice Payment Rate Update Proposed Rule Summary
HFMA provides a detailed summary of the proposed rule updating the Medicare hospice payment rates, wage index and Hospital Quality Reporting Program for FY 2025.
Enhancing Patient Engagement and Healthcare Operations
This whitepaper presents the exploration of identity-based communication strategies within the healthcare industry to solve issues by prioritizing patient experience and ease of care services in a secure and trusted way.
Hospital Prices Machine Readable File: Build vs Buy Guide
Download this guide to assist you as you run the numbers and study the facts to decide whether or not to build your own MRF(s).