by Meredith Inniger, MHA
Becker's Hospital Review
March 2018
When health system leaders are asked how they intend to make their ambulatory networks more consumer friendly, many point to their organization’s new one-stop ambulatory care center, on-line scheduling, patient portal or upcoming telehealth plans. In other words, they refer to specific tactics or initiatives rather than describing an overarching strategy for consumer engagement. […]
by Danielle Bangs, Manager, & Donnelle Jageman, Associate
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Performing due diligence can seem like a “check the boxes” exercise as organizations verify material facts, gain a clear view of the risks involved, and more. But there is strategic value in due diligence, especially in identifying the impact of the transaction on existing partnerships and relationships. Such insight empowers post-transaction planning and sets the […]
by John Harris, Director, and Michael Rovinsky, Director
Becker's Hospital Review
March 2018
Newton’s first law of motion states, in part, that a body in motion will remain in motion at the same velocity and direction unless acted on by an external force. Organizations tend to behave in the same manner. The advent of new leadership provides a moment of opportunity when a new CEO can set […]
by Sean Looby, Manager
Becker's Hospital Review
February 2018
Hospital M&A deals continue at a rapid pace. Evaluating a prospective deal requires a more detailed process of transaction due diligence than ever before, as tightening reimbursement and pressures to lower costs mean decreasing margins for error in decision making.
by Carol Davis, Principal
Becker's Hospital Review
August 2017
In today’s healthcare environment, convenient access to ambulatory services is more important than ever before. In part due to the introduction of value-based payment models that reward providers for lowering the total cost of care for patients, inpatient volumes in many markets have been flat or declining for several years. Success under value-based payment […]
by Carol Davis, Principal & Laura Zacchigna, Manager
Becker's Hospital Review
February 2018
There has been tremendous growth in freestanding emergency departments (FSEDs), with a more than 100% increase in the number of such EDs between 2008 and 2016. The popularity of FSEDs is rooted in their potential to increase community access to vital healthcare resources. Consumers perceive them as having more extensive clinical capabilities than an urgent […]
by Idette Elizondo, Manager & Amanda Brown, Senior Associate
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Hospitals and health systems have not historically focused on post-acute care. However, several factors are now motivating them to develop or strengthen their ties with post-acute care providers and establish an explicit post-acute care strategy. Acute care providers need to develop strong collaborative relationships with post-acute providers to ensure access to the post-acute care capacity […]
by Daniel M. Grauman, Managing Director & CEO
hfm Blog
June 21, 2017
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Daniel M. Grauman discusses the importance of an independence assessment amongst merger activity.