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Good article on the best states for healthcare. Kelly's re-post breaks this down into overall best, best access to healthcare, quality of healthcare and public health availability. Enjoy! https://lnkd.in/gNKtzQEu

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We are entering an unprecedented period of accountability when it comes to safe healthcare staffing. The CMS (center for Medicare and Medicaid services) just announced a minimum hour requirement in which care must be provided to patients in long term care! This means an elevated level of personalized care for patients who, at times, see the least consistent level of support. The pandemic saw higher death rates in nursing homes and this is a clear response to long needed changes in this area. Thought not everyone loves the ruling. The problem: many facilities lack the staff needed to support the new regulation and are already struggling to compete with higher paying roles. Healthcare hiring is evolving. I am offering free hiring consultations to healthcare organizations looking to reduce excessive spend, while identifying key talent. Email me to book a call: jp.griffith@qpauthority.com QPA Healthcare’s individualized service and unique delivery model will help you, help others. Do you think this will improve patient care? #Healthcare #Recruitment #LongTermCare #Nursing #Physicians #CNA #LVN #LPN

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What are the biggest changes you are expecting in the next 12 months? We have been speaking with lots of people and have been to many conferences. What we're seeing is a big push to get OP CDI to the front of the line, along with a huge risk adjustment push. We are also being asked, at the highest rate ever, to perform targeted audits of existing hospital coding staff as well. How about you? What changes are you expecting and/or seeing? Would love to start the conversation. #whyisnorwoodeverywhere #changeisgood #changehappens #riskadjustment #opcdi

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“What’s in it for me?” How do you get physicians on board with CDI initiatives? Still a very relevant question, even today when physicians are increasingly hospital employed. Everything is driven from the providers’ pen, and their cooperation documenting in the medical record. We asked Trey La Charite'​, MD, FACP, SFHM, CCS, CCDS this question on the current episode of Off the Record. Listen to his answers in the clip below. Then go on to listen to the full episode (link in comments). To sum up: Don’t talk dollars and DRGs Do talk: 1.       Additional resources and staff 2.       Improved patient care 3.       Keeping ahead of the competition Trey always tells it like it is, no frills or ornamentation—just real-world knowledge and practicality.

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How did Cone Health enhance patient experience, reduce costs, and efficiently allocate constrained staff in the middle of a labor shortage? AI-powered predictive analytics. Assistant Director of Nursing for Oncology Services, Melanie Rodgers, RN, MSN, CPN, BRMP shares insight into how iQueue for Infusion Centers helped them uplevel existing infusion resources to achieve impressive results including: 📈 8% increase in daily completed volumes 📉 25% decrease in average infusion wait times ⌛ 78% reduction in appointments running past closing time Tune in on-demand to learn more. Plus, you can catch up on all of the other sessions from our recent #LeanTaaSTranform here: https://bit.ly/4f1nY91

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And just like that, May has come and gone. With Medicare Open Enrollment approaching, it's crucial to take action now to be ready for October 15th. This year is poised to be the most significant since the inception of Medicare Part D nearly two decades ago. Your patients are counting on you for support more than ever. Time is of the essence, so please take action now. The very future of your pharmacy may depend on it. If you are interested in adding this service to your pharmacy, please click the link below to set up a time. https://lnkd.in/g3JYe34G #Medicare #OpenEnrollment #Pharmacy #Healthcare

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Here's a shocker -- the AHA and the FAH are pushing back against Medicare's mandatory hospital-based bundled payment program. The hospital associations are asking for more time to get ready for a program that will start in 19 months.... It's laughable, of course, but what else should we expect from the agents of the status quo? For those who hadn't kept up, Medicare announced the Transforming Episode Accountability Model several months ago and it's finally going through the end of the rulemaking process. So what's TEAM? A slimmed down version of the Medicare Bundled Payment Model (BPCI and its successor BPCIA) that has been in place for over a decade. There's nothing new about TEAM except that it only covers a handful of inpatient stays and the accountability is reduced to 30 days post discharge instead of 90. Four years ago a dozen or so highly respected leaders in the industry recommended that CMS institute a "DRG+30" across the board. Not just for five DRGs, but all DRGs. And here we are, four years later, and TEAM is set to start in 2026....yes, 2026, not 2025. The first cohort of the original program launched in April 2013, more than 11 years ago. By the time TEAM starts it will have been close to 13 years. Isn't that enough time to get ready Chip Kahn???? All of the published analyses on the Medicare Bundled Payment program showed the same source of savings -- post-acute care. And the savings never negatively impacted outcomes. So it's logical that Medicare makes this mandatory. What's not logical is that it's taken so much time to get to this decision. So let's just get on with it because the taxpayers deserve it and so do Medicare beneficiaries. #TEAM, #BundledPayments, #CMMI

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There's a an acceptable saying that I disagree with: That “Time is money.” Time is infinitely greater than money! Especially when dealing with health care. As in Medicare Advantage Risk Adjustment. Speed is crucial. Delays can cost providers and health plans revenue, impacting patient care that may not be recovered. Having quick access to essential resources can prevent this. This month, we look at 5 must-have time-saving bookmarks to streamline your Medicare Advantage Risk Adjustment workflow: #1: CMS Risk Adjustment Announcements & Documents Webpage https://lnkd.in/eqbCxDvU Save Precious Time. Streamline your workflow. Maximize your revenue. Improve patient care. Your efficiency starts now. 💻 Any to add to the list per your experience? ♻️Repost to share

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Widespread access to primary care providers continues to be a challenge. Could declining inpatient volumes and the accompanying downward demand for hospital medicine in some service areas support the redeployment of inpatient hospitalist providers to the outpatient primary care setting? Perhaps a model focusing on value-based care and keeping patients out of the hospital could benefit greatly from the lens of a Hospitalist. Share your thoughts below! #medicalstaffing #workforcesolutions #CHG

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Discover the impact of patient care and the pressing need for talent in healthcare. This article provides valuable insights into the challenges our industry faces and how we can work together to make a difference. What are your thoughts? What are you seeing? What reasonated most with you? #PatientCare #Healthcare #Talent #ReadNow #RadTech #CTTech #InvasiveTech #Sonographer #Trend 🏥 👨🏾‍⚕️ ❤️

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In light of the recent Axios article on the potential freeze on U.S. visas for foreign nurses, I’d love to hear your thoughts on this significant development. How do you foresee this impacting your staffing strategies and patient care quality? As healthcare leaders, your insights are invaluable. Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gVw54bgr

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The patient experience is key to satisfaction, better outcomes, and lower staff turnover. Improving this experience might be simpler than you think. Uncover five effective ways to elevate the patient experience:

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 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬: 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 Retaining experienced healthcare professionals is crucial for quality patient care. Here are key strategies: 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:   Regularly review and adjust packages. 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁:  Foster a supportive and inclusive culture. 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Offer continuous education and training. 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴: Promote work-life balance with flexible options. 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Encourage feedback and dialogue. 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀:  Create pathways for growth and mentorship. 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀:   Implement wellness programs and support services. By focusing on these strategies, we can retain top talent and ensure exceptional patient care. What strategies have worked for you? Share below! #Healthcare #Staffing #EmployeeRetention #Leadership #ProfessionalDevelopment

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Looking to enhance your practice's approach to integrated #behavioralhealth care? The AMA's updated BHI Compendium offers comprehensive guidance, including eight new building blocks for seamless implementation.

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Key Strategic Insights = A Successful OP CDI Program The challenge of value-based care starts with a collaborative approach, when launching an Outpatient Clinical Documentation Integrity (OP CDI) program. Here are some key strategic insights to success: 1. Engage with Population Health Understand Pain Points: Begin by understanding the specific challenges faced. This fosters collaboration. Tailored Questions: Use customized questions to facilitate productive discussions and ensure alignment with needs. 2. Effective Software Implementation Manage Patient (Pt.) Volumes: Implement software solutions to efficiently handle pt. volumes. OP CDI Calculator: Utilize a calculator to determine Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) needs. Data Analytics and Reporting: Emphasize the importance of continuous improvement via data analytics. 3. Workflow Creation Establish Robust Workflows: Create strong workflows before integrating reviewers. 4. Collaboration & Communication Promote Strong Collaboration: Encourage robust communication between key stakeholders. Leverage Software: Use technology to reduce physician burnout & streamline communication. 5. Patient-Centered Approach Address social determinants of health (SDOH) & ensure accurate documentation of conditions and care plans. Patient Outcomes: Keep patient care at the center of all doc. & workflow processes. 6. Regulatory Compliance Adhere to Guidelines: Follow regulatory requirements such as CMS guidelines on Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC) coding to avoid penalties and enhance credibility. 7. Measurable Outcomes Set Clear Goals: Aim for measurable outcomes like improved HCC recapture rates, enhanced RAF scores, better HEDIS measures, and addressing SDOH needs. 8. Stakeholder Engagement Involve All Stakeholders: Ensure that executives, clinicians, and other relevant parties are involved in planning and implementation process. Success Stories Recently, I helped several CDI directors validate their cases for OP CDI programs within Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs). By engaging with population health leadership, we identified key issues such as RAF gaps and HEDIS measures, and tailored processes to address them. For instance, a CDI director I guided successfully identified HCC and HEDIS recapture as their biggest pain points. With strategic solutions in place, they are now ready to implement the project for the 2025 budget yr., aiming to improve their HCC recapture rate by 20%, leveraging data analytics for outcomes and improvement needs. Benefits of Implementing These Strategies Align Risk Stratification: Properly align risk stratification with chronic conditions and healthcare needs. Quality Measures: Improve quality measures and address SDOH. Collaborative Team: Ensure success with a collaborative team supported by technology. Overall, these strategic actions will enhance patient care and operational efficiency. #Healthcare #Leadership #CDI #PatientCare #ValueBasedCare #HealthcareInnovation

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Curious if your healthcare organization is among the 85% facing staffing shifts? Tune in to the latest Vizient podcast episode, where Jim Cheek, Division President of Crothall Healthcare Technology Solutions, and Adam Fairbourn, Director of Contract Services for Vizient, Inc, delve into the impact of these changes on patient care. Watch here!

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🌟 Exciting times ahead for healthcare! 🌟 In my latest article for Healthcare Business Today, I explore the innovative approaches health systems are taking to address the persistent labor shortage. From collaborating with high schools to employing AI in recruitment, the industry is transforming its hiring practices to attract and develop young talent. 🧑‍⚕️💡 Did you know that new high schools are being created to graduate students directly into high-demand healthcare jobs? And some health systems are even holding career fairs in elementary schools! 📚🏫 With AI revolutionizing the way we identify and nurture skills, and with inspiring stories like Robert Riney’s journey from security guard to CEO, the future of healthcare looks promising. 🌐🤖 It’s clear: the future of healthcare lies with today’s students. Employers need to inventory, assess, and teach the skills that will ensure good patient outcomes. 🏥 Let’s discuss: How can we further support and prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments! 👇 #Healthcare #EmergingWorkforce #AI #Recruitment #FutureOfWork #HealthSystems 📝 Read more in my full article - https://lnkd.in/gGzqFFEF

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