Health systems may require a smaller real estate footprint post-pandemic
Although there's an opportunity to reduce facility costs and generate revenue by selling idle real estate as a result of telework and virtual care delivery post-pandemic, the transition to virtual visits may have a negative impact on provider revenue that exceeds the savings.
Rural hospitals get financial assistance as COVID-19 exacerbates their struggles
The federal government has begun to release financial assistance targeted to rural hospitals as they struggle with cash shortfalls amid the shutdown of elective procedures.
Decline in healthcare spending contributing to economic downturn
HFMA's Chad Mulvany says the nation's economy and the health of its citizens could suffer if regular healthcare services continue to lag due to ongoing public concerns about COVID-19.
Enhanced care coordination provides a blueprint for optimal healthcare, former VA Secretary David Shulkin says
The U.S. healthcare system will thrive if leaders and policymakers take steps to promote holistic care and better access, says David Shulkin, MD, former secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Cardiac Surgical Product Adoption Survey
Survey analysis reveals important learnings from a February 2020 HFMA-conducted study, sponsored by Edwards Lifesciences, about cardiac surgical product adoption.
Physician Compensation Systems Survey
Survey analysis reveals important learnings from a February 2020 HFMA-conducted study, sponsored by Ludi, about physician compensation.
Factors that Influence Cardiac Surgical Technology Purchases
A visual analysis of a February 2020 HFMA survey about factors that influence cardiac surgical technology decisions.
Survey: Understanding and mitigating risk in compensating physicians
Important learnings from a February 2020 HFMA-conducted survey about physician compensation, where healthcare organization leaders offer insights on the complexities of the process.
Survey: Hospitals overspending on corporate services could reduce costs without impacting quality
Important learnings from a November 2019 HFMA-conducted survey about corporate services spending patterns and how organizations could be more efficient and effective with their spend.
New ‘terms and conditions’ added for providers accepting latest round of CARES funding
Hospitals will have additional terms and conditions with which to comply if they accept a share of $20 billion in new federal assistance.