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Understanding the True Cost of Underutilized Services

Hospitals, particularly those serving rural communities, face unique financial pressures that often magnify the impact of underutilized services. While healthcare leaders are acutely aware of the importance of efficient resource utilization, accurately quantifying and addressing the true cost of un…

Using the Theory of Constraints to Identify Bottlenecks in Patient Flow

This comprehensive article explains how hospitals can leverage the Theory of Constraints (TOC) to uncover and address critical bottlenecks, significantly improving patient flow and overall hospital performance.

Making the Monthly Close Meaningful

The monthly financial close is often viewed as a routine, sometimes tedious, task by hospital financial departments. Yet, when approached strategically, the monthly close can become a powerful tool for organizational alignment, insightful decision-making, and ongoing performance improvement. This a…

Cash Rules Everything: The Foundation of Hospital Decision-Making

Hospitals play an indispensable role in community health, providing critical services and support systems that directly impact the lives of countless individuals. Yet, despite their noble purpose and complex clinical operations, the underlying reality for every hospital, especially in rural America…

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Your Answers Lie Within Your Data

  • Which physicians admit the most patients?

  • Which services are most profitable?

  • How does the time between admission and the last bill date affect the account balance?

  • Which services have the highest reimbursement rates?

  • What is our payor mix by service line?

  • Are there any noticeable trends in the admission rates of different financial classes?

  • What is the distribution of bad debt amounts and what factors contribute to bad debt accumulation?

  • What is the impact of different admitting physicians on patient length of stay?

  • Are there seasonal trends in admission rates?

  • Is the rate of total payment consistent across all financial classes?

  • How do insurance payments compare to total charges for each financial class? Is this different by service line?

  • Are there particular financial classes that have a higher rate of insurance denials or adjustments?

  • Is the rate of patient payments after insurance adjustments consistent across financial classes?

  • Are patients admitted on Tuesdays more or less likely to pay their co-pay?

…we will tell you how to find it.

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An entrepreneurial, results-driven executive with direct P&L responsibility and significant success in identifying, implementing, and executing profit growth initiatives and cash-flow improvement measures.  Known for a unique perspective to problem-solving augmented by strong technical skills, to bring growth to various businesses within the healthcare sector.

Navigating rural hospital challenges requires vigilance and preparedness. Through thorough analysis and intentional actions, survival transforms into meaningful progress, enriching the rural healthcare landscape.

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Navigate Challenges with Insights From Newbrier’s Results Check Blog

Explore insights on the Results Check blog, where we delve into crucial topics for rural hospitals—from financial planning and leadership strategies to data-driven decision-making. Discover actionable solutions, learn from in-depth analyses, and stay updated on industry trends to empower your rural hospital towards sustainable growth and excellence​.

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