How To Conduct A Patient Needs Assessment: Reducing Readmission Rates
[wtr-time] Readmission rates are one of the most critical metrics for hospitals. Conducting a patient needs assessment can help reduce readmissions.
The Follow-Up Phone Call: Reducing Readmission After Discharge
[wtr-time] The follow-up phone call is an integral part of post-discharge care that is often overlooked. The right phone call can reduce readmissions.
Reduce Improper Admissions And Increase Patient Volume With Telecase Management
[wtr-time] Small hospitals can benefit from using telecase management or virtual medicine help to reduce improper admissions and increase patient volume.
How Rural Hospitals Can Maximize Value-Based Reimbursement
[wtr-time] With the shift to value-based care, rural hospitals need to focus on improving efficiency and quality to maximize reimbursement.
How Much Are Improper Admissions Costing You? Improving Case Management
[wtr-time] Reducing improper admissions can provide significant cost savings to hospitals. One strategy is improving case management.
4 Ways Small Hospitals Can Reduce LWBS And Decrease ED Wait Times
[wtr-time] Small hospital emergency departments (EDs) often have patients leave without being seen (LWBS). Decreasing wait times helps to reduce LWBS incidents.
Freestanding Emergency Rooms: How FSERs Are Changing Rural Healthcare
[wtr-time] Freestanding emergency rooms (FSERs) provide emergency services at lower overhead costs. This is a game-changing solution for rural healthcare.
Remote Case Management: Saving The Small Hospital
[wtr-time] Remote case management can help reduce strain on full-time staff, improve efficiency, and lower costs. Telemanagement is a great strategy.
The Importance Of Appropriate Admissions For Rural Hospitals
[wtr-time] Rural hospitals are often asked to do more with less. Appropriate admission rates can help community hospitals to keep costs low while improving efficiency.
The Penalties For Violating EMTALA | Why ED Staff Training Is Critical
[wtr-time] EMTALA is a system of rules and regulations created for emergency room personnel and patients. Healthcare management is key to avoiding these violations.