In this course, Todd Sagin explores the benefits and challenges of having physicians serve on hospital and health system boards. Alternative approaches to involve physicians in governance are also discussed. Learn how to access the full video and subscribe to our virtual board education services at www.veralon.com/V-BE If you are already a member, log into […]
What are the largest expenses for hospitals and health systems? Which factors drive these costs? Jeff Dineen, Managing Partner at Empierus, discusses the hurdles hospitals encounter in controlling their expenses and the board’s role in these efforts. Learn how to access the full video and subscribe to our virtual board education services at www.veralon.com/V-BE If […]
by John Harris, Managing Director
The shift from volume to value is often referred to as a journey because it requires time and significant changes. In this fourth video from this series, John Harris, Managing Director, explores how hospitals and health systems can leverage CINs to succeed in value-based care. This course highlights the importance of engaging physicians, coordinating care, and […]
Hospital and health system leaders face uncertainty and an array of operational, financial, and regulatory challenges as we move into 2025. Uncertainty of the near and long-term impact of the election on federal and state policy issues, notably anti-trust, reimbursement rates and potential supply chain disruption Worsening payer mix due to expected tightening of Medicaid […]
by Daniel M. Grauman, Managing Director & CEO
The fourth installment of this 4-part series explores transactions that require less integration. What are the key characteristics and legal considerations for joint operating agreements, joint ventures, and clinical affiliations? Learn how to access the full video and subscribe to our virtual board education services at www.veralon.com/V-BE If you are already a member, log […]
by Molly Johnson, Consultant
The third installation of this 4-part series on value-based care discusses the key financial components of value-based care including the shift in risk, the impact of restrained utilization, and revenue growth through increased market share. Important considerations for the board are highlighted. Learn how to access the full video and subscribe to our virtual board education […]
by Daniel M. Grauman, Managing Director & CEO
In the third course of this 4-part series, more integrated transaction structures for hospital and health system affiliations are defined. What are the key characteristics and legal considerations for asset purchase transactions, merger transactions, and membership substitution transactions? Learn how to access the full video and subscribe to our virtual board education services at […]
CMS announced its latest push towards value-based care in the spring with the Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM). TEAM is a bundled payment program focused on five surgical episodes of care and is mandatory in selected markets. Now that the 2025 IPPS final rule is in place, we can start to assess the impact of […]
by Daniel M. Grauman, Managing Director & CEO
The second course of this 4-part series guides independent hospitals in assessing their independence and navigating partnership decisions effectively. What are the best practices and crucial decisions when considering a partner? Learn how to access the full video and subscribe to our virtual board education services at www.veralon.com/V-BE If you are already a member, […]
by Molly Johnson, Consultant
The second course of this 4-part series discusses how hospitals and health systems use Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) and Clinically Integrated Networks (CINs) as the vehicles to achieve value-based care. Learn about the structure, governance, ownership, and the importance of physician buy-in for these entities. Learn how to access the full video and subscribe to […]