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Readmission penalties for safety net hospitals drop under new rules
The stratified payment method showed the biggest impact among hospitals tending to the socioeconomically disadvantaged.
More Americans say they will oppose Trump in 2020 elections due to his handling of healthcare, poll finds
Healthcare risk leaders may be forced to adapt to tidal wave of new risks
Most patients say online reviews are critical when choosing a healthcare provider
Providers have an opportunity to create brand loyalty by addressing negative online reviews, which can nearly double patient satisfaction.
Low mobility predicts hospital readmission in older heart attack patients
Profitability holds steady as revenues and expenses converge, Moody’s finds
The rate of revenue growth in 2018 eked ahead of expenses for the first time since 2015.
Maintaining a healthy revenue cycle means tapping into the consumer mentality
Increasingly, revenue cycle health now requires meeting patients halfway or more, with convenience and access at the center.
Electronic health records decision support saves money, reduces inappropriate use of GI test
Asking physicians to reconsider the appropriateness of testing via hardwired alerts saves money without compromising care quality.
Many seniors can’t afford healthcare despite paying billions, finds Gallup
Seniors also reported their concern that rising healthcare costs will result in significant and lasting damage to the economy.
Modifications to Medicare rules could support care innovation for dialysis
Medicare spends approximately $35 billion annually on care for beneficiaries with end-stage renal disease.
