Bringing the HFMA Code of Ethics to Life
Ethics can and should be practical, and ethical practice begins with knowing and living by the highest standards of an association.
The Overlooked Addiction
The need to address the opioid crisis is clear, thanks to the relentless media spotlight. But at the same time, the societal burden of alcohol abuse is growing yet has garnered little attention, writes Joseph J. Fifer, president and CEO of HFMA.
A Look at the Trump Administration’s Approach to HIT
In 2018, the Trump administration is likely to promote interoperability and consumer-directed data exchange and place increased emphasis how the private sector can help to advance the implementation of health information technology.
Observations About Value-Based Purchasing
The value-based purchasing (VBP) program established Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requires redesign if it is to truly and effectively drive healthcare quality improvement.
HFMA’s ‘Secret Sauce’
The ability to deliver value that meets the critical current and future needs of healthcare stakeholders, whether they be patients or healthcare finance professionals, requires at some point a step forward with faith.
A Carrot or a Stick?
Incentives may not be enough to trigger a shift to voluntary alternative payment models.
Solving the Opioid Crisis: A Critical Role for Medicaid
The Medicaid expansion has benefited states hardest hit by the opioid epidemic and has eased the burden of uncompensated care on hospitals and other healthcare providers.
Healthcare Microeconomics 401
When contemplating a consolidation today, healthcare leaders may need to consider new economic principles that account for consumer engagement and the impact of the consolidation on cost.
Price Variation 101
Price variation has been a hot topic in healthcare industry circles but most consumers are unaware that healthcare prices vary.
High Discount Health Plans: Right for the Consumer, but What About PFS?
Organizations writing off more and more patient debt may want to explore new avenues for collaboration.