New NLRB Election Rule May Increase Union Activity
A new NLRB regulation shortens the time for union election campaigns and puts employers at a disadvantage, including hospitals. Early preparation is advised, says a labor relations lawyer.
Changes to Two-Midnight Rule Raise Concerns
Medicare’s proposed changes to the two-midnight rule for hospital short stays creates ambiguities and challenges for hospital staff.
Separation of Compliance and Legal Functions Key to Effective Hospital Compliance Program
New guidance strongly suggests that hospital compliance officer should not be subordinate to legal counsel.
HFMA Comments on Transition to HIPAA Eligibility Transaction System
HFMA is concerned that a 12-month limitation will not allow providers the time to research facts and, if mistakes are discovered, reopen claims with Medicare under CMS' reopening regulations.
M&A Basics: How to Avoid a Broken Deal
Hospital leaders involved in merger and acquisition discussions need to understand some fundamentals about these transactions to ensure a successful outcome.
An Antitrust Primer
It may be helpful to remember certain basic principles of antitrust law when contemplating mergers and acquisitions.
A KPI Primer: 5 Steps for Creating Meaningful Revenue Cycle Metrics
Healthcare revenue cycle KPIs that have a defined purpose and are actionable can raise staff performance and improve processes.
NY Rural Providers Turn Medical Homes into an ACO
What makes this medical home project different from many others around the country is that it is an all-payer pilot. After lengthy negotiations between providers and payers, the health plans agreed to pay the medical homes $7 per member per month to care for some 100,000 patients during the first year.
CY15 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule Fact Sheet
This document summarizes the revised policies pertaining to payment policies under the Medicare physician fee schedule for calendar year 2015 (CY15).
Forum Webinar: Tackling Two CAH Financial Challenges
Listen to the recording and view the slides and attendee polling answers for this Forum Networking Webinar on two specific challenges that CAHs face.