CMS looks to tweak Medicare conditions of participation for critical access hospitals
A recently issued proposed rule includes a few new conditions of participation for critical access hospitals.
Medicare spells out proposed conditions of participation for rural emergency hospitals
Seeking to shore up operations for rural hospitals, CMS issued a proposed rule that establishes recommended regulations for the new rural emergency hospital category.
HFMA’s Annual Conference: Aaron Crane describes the ‘underbrush and deadwood’ that hamper U.S. healthcare
New HFMA Chair Aaron Crane spoke about why healthcare stakeholders must ignite the spark to make way for a better system, while a keynote speaker discussed how to channel a warrior spirit.
Healthcare News of Note: Telemedicine use for cancer care should be more equitable
Healthcare News of Note for healthcare finance professionals is a roundup of recent news articles: There’s a need to address inequities in telemedicine use for cancer care, almost 25% of physicians report mistreatment, and most Medicare Advantage enrollees are satisfied with their plan.
HFMA’s Annual Conference: Karen DeSalvo talks about Google Health’s core strategies
Karen DeSalvo was honored with HFMA’s Board of Directors award, while keynote speaker Joel Selanikio discussed the potentially seismic impact in healthcare as the consumerization of technology accelerates.
DignifiHealth wins HFMA Start-Up Cup Competition
DignifiHealth was voted the winner of HFMA’s annual Start-Up Cup competition, designating the company as the healthcare startup that is best positioned to improve the cost effectiveness of health.
What healthcare system leaders say about the value-based care journey
In this roundtable, executives for health plans and health systems share challenges in value-based care and the significance of moving away from fee-for-service toward value-based-care.
HFMA Recognizes Dr. Karen DeSalvo for Contributions to Healthcare
Karen DeSalvo, MD, MPH was presented the Richard L. Clarke Board of Directors Award at HFMA's 2022 Annual Conference.
HFMA’s Annual Conference: Zeev Neuwirth says a reframing of healthcare is happening, and not a moment too soon
The U.S. healthcare industry is undergoing a reframing to correct glaring problems, said clinical executive Zeev Neuwirth during the opening keynote presentation of HFMA’s 2022 Annual Conference.
HFMA’s Annual Conference: Joe Fifer calls on healthcare organizations to find ways to better address holistic health issues
Healthcare stakeholders must embrace a broader concept of health to enhance the welfare of their communities, according to a pair of talks Monday at HFMA’s Annual Conference.