Wednesday, August 18th, 2010
By Kester Freeman
Former CEO, Palmetto Health�
There is a problem in this country that few are willing to talk about and it centers around caring for the mentally ill. This is a major public health issue and it cannot be ignored as we move forward with healthcare reform.
At a recent meeting with Palmetto Health Foundation board [...]
Tuesday, July 27th, 2010
By Mike Stephens
Former CEO, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Hospitals and health systems across the country are trying to figure out how they will meet meaningful use rules in order to qualify for federal incentive payments in return for installing electronic medical record (EMR) systems. But experts warn we should not be focused on the financial reimbursement [...]
Monday, July 26th, 2010
By Lowell C. Kruse
Former CEO, Heartland Health
By now the reality is setting in that change is coming and hospitals and healthcare systems need to prepare for this change.
Reform will bring major differences in terms of the way hospitals are paid by Medicare and there will also be penalties for certain hospital readmissions. It is going to be an entirely [...]
Thursday, July 8th, 2010
By Ed Howe
Former President and CEO, Aurora Health Care
As we continue on this journey of implementing new healthcare regulations it will be crutial that those who work in healthcare help lead the way. We are the experts. We have the experience. We need to step up.
As a former CEO of a large healthcare system I, [...]
Tuesday, July 6th, 2010
By Jennifer Mitchell
Editor, Action for Better Healthcare
A new federal website is now up and running and is meant to help consumers find appropriate health insurance given their specific needs and situations. The site is www.healthcare.gov.
Kaiser Health News offers great information about how the site might help you:
Currently, the site provides a basic list of all [...]
