Tying Together Acute and Post-Acute Care—Formally Versus Informally
Partnerships between hospitals and skilled nursing facilities are proving helpful as healthcare organizations seek success in a value-based system.
Preparing for Value-Based Payment: Fundamental Change That Encompasses the Revenue Cycle
The transition to value makes it necessary for healthcare organizations to find new ways to adapt to change.
How Allina Health Used Data to Improve Quality and Reduce Cost
Data can be the key to improving financial performance while maintaining patient satisfaction.
Time for a Medicare Check-Up
A “Medicare check-up” can ensure a hospital is complying with regulations and maximizing revenue opportunities.
From Multiple Health Plans Back to “No Plan”
Healthcare reform may have been temporarily sidelined, but the need to reform, repair, or replace the Affordable Care Act remains.
Short-Term Pain for Long-Term Gain
Finance leaders who engage exclusively in short-term thinking do so at their organization’s peril.
Thrive On
Mary Mirabelli reflects on her term as HFMA Board Chair.
Collaboration Across Competitors
As organizations look to increase the volume of data available, many are looking to forming alliances with competitors.
A Framework for Developing a Telehealth Strategy
Developing a successful telehealth program requires attention to technology components, budget, financial options, and building a flexible system.
Lean Construction Processes Maximize Value
Three recent projects, each in a different geographic location, stand out as strong examples of how implementing a collaborative approach and some fundamental Lean principles helped lay the groundwork for success.