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.
Meeting Individuals with Mental Health Crises Outside the Hospital
A community mental health program in New Hampshire keeps 100 patients a month out of the emergency department.
From What to How: Moving from Planning to Execution
When data-driven strategy management tools are used, transparency and accountability create speed to solution, speed to execution, and competency in execution.
Hospital Building Leases Involve Special Requirements
Keep five facilities-related issues in mind when negotiating new building leases.
Creative Partnership Maintains Community Hospital
Through the vision of local officials and hospital leaders, St. Francis Hospital continues to serve Topeka residents.
Communication is Key to Achieving and Maintaining Strong Bond Ratings
Six key tactics allow hospitals to maintain stronger ratings by communicating and building goodwill with rating analysts.
Competing with Freestanding Outpatient Centers—Where to Focus on Pricing
Price reductions should be included in pricing strategies to help hospitals better compete with these free-standing centers.
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.
Hospitals Urge Caution in Federal Transparency Push
In response to a new Senate price and quality transparency initiative, hospital advocates outlined measures they would support but also urged caution in pursuing new federal requirements.