Yet One More Legal Attack by Republicans on the ACA
Arguing that the removal of the insurance mandate means Affordable Care Act is no longer a tax, the DOJ has now challenged its constitutionality in court. The author also discusses some of the likely outcomes, depending on the court’s decision.
Rededicating Ourselves to Building a Better Future
HFMA President and CEO Joe Fifer suggests solutions to healthcare finance leaders such as helping shape change, rather than passively observing it, or finding other ways to transition in the industry to avoid change fatigue.
It’s All Connected: Tackling a Newly Recognized Health Issue
HFMA President and CEO Joseph J. Fifer explains why traditional healthcare stakeholders are going beyond conventional boundaries to address a different kind of health issue—loneliness.
The Five C’s of Innovation
A recent HFMA study of healthcare organizations in nine markets considered the factors involved in organizational change.
Impact of the ACA on Hospital Admissions, by Primary Payer Type
From 2013 to 2015, the percentages of admissions by primary payer type (e.g., Medicare, commercial, self-pay) shifted, with notable increases in admissions covered by commercial insurers and charities.
HFMA National Chair Encourages Healthcare Finance Professionals to ‘Imagine Tomorrow’
HFMA’s 2018-19 Chair, Kevin Brennan, asks healthcare finance leaders to imagine a tomorrow where everyone has access to safely delivered and affordable health care when they need it.
It’s Showtime!
HFMA President and CEO Joe Fifer shares perspectives on innovations and traditions at HFMA’s newly revamped Annual Conference.
Making Decisions About Monetizing Social Media Data
Healthcare leaders confronted with the decision to monetize sharing of social media data should consider the impact on all stakeholders, the oath to “first do no harm,” and how technology is used and designed.
Pursuing Your Passion: Advice for Healthcare Finance Leaders
Carol Friesen, FHFMA, MPH, reminisces about her experiences as 2017-18 Chair of HFMA and shares ideas and insights gleaned from her “HFMA leadership journey.”
MA Ruling May Signal Industry Readiness to Integrate SDH into Traditional Medical Care
In addressing social determinants of health and social services, a recent Medicare Advantage ruling by CMS may have taken the first steps toward providing more integrated and comprehensive care to the nation’s aging population.