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Study: Mergers don't raise hospital prices
The study concludes that there is no consistent relationship between hospital consolidation and hospital price increases.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 25, 2014 -
AHA: Hospitals face 'extremely challenging' year ahead
Hospitals are struggling with reimbursement cuts, regulatory scrutiny and a "broken" RAC appeals process.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 24, 2014 -
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Hospitals are still struggling with provider burnout, after the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated underlying staffing issues and prompted workers to quit their jobs.
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Heart attack mortality rates increase after hours
Off-hour appearances in the ED with acute myocardial infarction are associated with higher short-term mortality.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 23, 2014 -
E-mails to doctors impose hidden costs
The flood of mass e-mails could be costing millions of dollars.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 23, 2014 -
Florida health system prepares for massive influx
Two facilities will each need to add as many as 300 beds to meet community demand.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 22, 2014 -
Hospitals: Alarm fatigue is top patient safety concern
Alarm fatigue worries hospitals because it poses a significant patient safety risk.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 22, 2014 -
Report: New hospital dress codes could cut spread of MRSA, C. diff
The list of no-nos includes long sleeves, wrist watches, neck ties and jewelry.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 21, 2014 -
Wisconsin hospitals cut readmissions, save $34M
The 108 hospitals taking part in the initiative cut surgical-site infections by 37% in just 18 months.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 21, 2014 -
Health information exchanges cut excess imaging in emergency rooms
The study concludes that HIEs could save millions on redundant imaging.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 20, 2014 -
Red-state hospitals lobby for Medicaid expansion
Twenty-six states, plus Washington, D.C., are expanding their Medicaid programs.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 17, 2014 -
ACEP report slams U.S. emergency care
The poor score came partly from what the ACEP saw as inadequate access to emergency care.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 17, 2014 -
Public, charity hospitals create insurance plans of their own
The hospitals are offering options for patients with slightly higher incomes, more education and stable employment.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 16, 2014 -
AHA: RAC appeals process 'broken'
The association says that the $1B in claims yet unpaid, as well as the RAC appeals process, are causing members hardship.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 16, 2014 -
Good news: Hospital credit upgrades exceed downgrades
Despite some improved credit scores, hospitals' financial picture is still pretty shaky.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 15, 2014 -
Holes found in ACOs' use of meds to achieve goals
The study is part of a broader project designed to help ACOs understand how medications can help them achieve their goals.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 15, 2014 -
Financial fears top list of healthcare CEO concerns
Among their top concerns, CEOs listed funding cuts, value-based purchasing and CMS and state regulation.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 14, 2014 -
5 ways to mess up a RAC audit
Since Medicare began its RAC program in 2009, it's collected more than $5.4 billion in alleged overpayments.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 14, 2014 -
Hospital M&A volume fell 35% in Q4 2013
Hospital M&A activity dropped from 34 deals in Q4 2012 to 22 in Q4 2013.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 14, 2014 -
Maryland sets hospital cost caps for next five years
The new plan will set a cap of 3.58% on hospital spending across the state.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 13, 2014 -
Joint Commission releases patient safety goals
The list includes patient identifiers, alarm management and medication safety criteria.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 12, 2014 -
Judge lets Florida hospital off the hook on kickback charges
But the hospital must still face charges that it admitted Medicare patients for needless overnight stays.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 10, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Why value-based payments can't work
Many aspects of value-based, bundled payment models are basically capitation dressed in new clothes.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 10, 2014 -
HMA approves sale to CHS
The total value of the cash-and-stock transaction should come in at about $7.6 billion.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 9, 2014 -
Detroit hospital system cuts readmissions with new approach
This hospital has succeeded with a step-by-step process defining discharges as "transitions."
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 8, 2014 -
Study: Accountable care helps lower hospital inpatient use
"Structural" changes seem to be in play for patients 65 and older, with inpatient utilization rates dropping rapidly in this sector.
By Anne Zieger • Jan. 8, 2014
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