This video was brought to you by Rich Dormer and Bryan Covert. Controlling Costs and Physician Preference Items Some recent trends we’ve seen at VIE Healthcare Consulting, especially in total joint orthopedics, includes the usage of new materials for the same component. In the case of total knee replacement, we’re seeing the traditional plastic liner
3 Approaches to Management Cost Savings This article was written by Pandush Mitre. The implementation of a sustainable cost savings and management system in your healthcare organization begins with the reconciliation of your existing contracts and invoices. This is achievable with three steps to a total management cost savings approach. In this article, I will share
This article was written by Lisa Miller. SDOH Hospital Strategies In my previous blog, I explained the importance of assessing your hospital for SDOH readiness. The next step is to implement research-proven SDOH strategies for your hospital. This article is the first part of those strategies. Introduction Multiple federal, state and private initiatives have been
Modern Technology in Healthcare This article was written by Jim Cagliostro. Modern technology has transformed the way we communicate, travel, work, play, entertain, worship, eat, exercise, and even sleep. It continues to revolutionize healthcare in the US and around the world, but in participating in this change, is your hospital adding technology or adding value?
The Cost of Technology in Hospitals Electronic health records, online patient portals that allow patients to view their personal health information, make payments, and schedule appointments online, as well as the costs to upgrade and maintain these systems, are just a few contributors to significant increases in healthcare technology costs. 40% of US healthcare providers
