Streamlining respiratory diagnostics with PCR testing results at the point of patient care
Cepheid recently hosted an insightful webinar entitled ‘The importance of diagnosing respiratory symptoms and reliable performance of point-of-care testing.’This interactive and educational session was presented by international expert speakers, and discussed issues currently being faced by healthcare providers worldwide.Key topics included the recent emergence...
The importance of holistic and rapid care in tackling Finland’s hepatitis C crisis
Hepatitis C, caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV), is a major public health concern in Finland, with 1,150 new cases reported every year. Infection puts an estimated 0.59 per cent of the population at heightened risk of developing cirrhosis, liver failure and liver cancer,...
8 Reasons why Mergers and Acquisitions Fail in Healthcare
ORGANIZATIONS THAT TRACK MERGER AND ACQUISITION ACTIVITY OFTEN REPORT THAT APPROXIMATELY 50% OF TRANSACTIONS END UP ULTIMATELY FAILING. Some may be surprisedthat so many deals end unsuccessfully, but trying to integrate two separate entities, often with disparate cultures and “personalities,” is a complex and...
Preventing a Hospital Failure: Key Leadership Pitfalls to Avoid
We are in an unprecedented era of financial distress for hospitals across the United States. As business entities, hospitals are among the most complex and challenging to manage, and they face a myriad of external headwinds (e.g., labor challenges, declining reimbursement, physician shortages, aging...
Why Tissue Paper Is The Smart Choice For A Sustainable World
COMMITTED TO SUSTAINABILITY ACROSS THE SUPPLY CHAINETS is committed to driving sustainable practices throughout the industry. It is also looking to increase sustainability across the supply chain– from water and energy through to transport and recovery. Tissue paper production ensures that every part of...
Revolutionizing RCM: The power of a single strategic partner
Revenue cycle management (RCM) is critical to hospital and ambulatory clinic financial stability. But it is frequently complicated and disjointed. These disconnects can create provider and patient frustration and leave revenue uncollected. Collaborating with a strategic partner to implement end-to-end, automated RCM solutions can...
Real-Time Eligibility Information Improves Both Practice Efficiency and Revenue Performance
Learn how a typical physician practice can use Revenue Performance Advisor to drive operational improvements and increase patient satisfaction.Nancy is a practice manager for a family medicine clinic in the Midwest. It’s a rewarding job, as she and her staff respect the physicians in...
The financial challenges facing physician practices-and how to solve them
How to Increase Financial Stability in a Challenging Business Climate.The challenges facing physician practices in maintaining financial stability are numerous, including lasting impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, administrative burdens from payers, claim denials, and more. But there are ways physicians can make their practices...
Advanced Tools Help Reduce Laboratory Denials, Expedite Re-Work, Boost Collections
Research shows the 5-to-10 percent of medical claims rejected by insurance companies account for 90 percent of provider organizations’ missed revenue opportunities.Clinical laboratories cannot afford to leave money on the table in today’s healthcare environment. Yet denied claims continue to be a significant source...
5 Opportunities to Help Improve Business Efficiencies and Revenue
Use one solution to automate time-consuming, error-prone manual processes and reap end-to-end improvements.Your staff needs timely information, visibility into the revenue cycle, and advanced tools to make your practice run efficiently. See how Revenue Performance Advisor can help you overcome five common challenges to...
