What the Physician Shortage Means for Your Bottom Line & How GPO’s Can Help
The physician shortage is real. It is estimated by 2030 that the US population will grow by a whopping 12%, while the amount of physicians is estimated to only grow by 8%. That already sounds like a shortage, but the situation is likely more extreme than that. It’s about demographics. By 2030, it is estimated […]
How to Build Better CNECT-ions at a Conference
At a conference, you have the chance to create new connections and exciting opportunities. To maximize time and the investment, however, it’s vital to plan strategically. Get Prepared To establish the most authentic relationships, conduct tactical research well before the conference date. Peruse the vendor list and do some research on the types of attendees […]
Are Providers Vacancies Weighing Down Your Management Team?
Health centers across the country share a common pain point- a limited supply of clinical professionals. According to the latest research by American Family Physician, 95% of health centers said they had at least one clinical vacancy. From the same surveyed group, 69% shared that there was a vacancy for Family Physicians. This gap in […]
How GPOs Help Boost the Bottom Line Amid Rising Healthcare Costs
As healthcare costs rise, the reasons to consider a partnership with a Group Purchasing Organization are rising too. GPOs aim to help healthcare providers do more — and save more. GPOs not only leverage relationships with suppliers to negotiate for discounts — they provide additional benefits to health organizations and the overall healthcare market. Negotiating […]
Up to 4% of your Medicare Payments are At Risk—Are You Ready?
Satisfy your MIPS Requirements with MIPSwizard The #1 Registry for Quality Measures reporting to CMS MIPSwizard is an easy to use online tool to help eligible clinicians quickly and easily participate in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Similar to online tax preparation software, the MIPSwizard helps guide clinicians through a few easy steps to rapidly collect, […]
Celebrating National Health Center Week
Each year, National Health Center Week celebrates the power of health centers across America in unique, impactful ways; dedicating each day to a specific awareness that is front and center to their missions. Sunday, August 12 is Legislative Appreciation Day Monday, August 13 is Honoring Health Center Heroes Tuesday, August 14 is Public Housing Health […]
New HRSA Funding for Substance Abuse & Mental Health Care
After talk of federal action to combat the opioid crisis, $350 million is now available in grants for health centers addressing substance abuse and mental health. “As our nation faces an opioid epidemic, HRSA’s programs and extensive networks place us in a unique position to leverage our expertise and resources to make a significant impact […]
Digital Health is Changing the Healthcare Supply Chain
Digital isn’t just for tech companies — it impacts the bottom line for the healthcare supply chain by empowering organizations to save dollars and time. Here’s how and why. What are Digital Transformations and Digital Health? The term “digital transformation” is buzzing around every industry these days — including healthcare. But what, exactly, does it […]