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Patient Transitions — It’s Not Just Discharge Planning Anymore
Prior to the advent of the inpatient prospective payment system (IPPS), the discharge planning process was simpler and slower. Patients generally stayed in the hospital until they were well and then went home. -
Ask these questions before estimate given
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Observe body language of your applicants
It shows how they really feel about the job -
Access applicants: Are they patient-friendly?
Customer service is the number one skill for patient access applicants, according to patient access leaders. -
`Training buddies’ can improve morale
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HHS to survey 1,200 — Audits might follow
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High deductibles are adding to bad debt
Many patients will be unable to pay -
`Significant dollars at stake’ with surge in high-deductible plans
Patient access areas are increasing seeing patients with high-deductible health plans. Significant revenue is at stake if the unmet deductible is not collected. -
Access can prevent 30-day readmissions
Patient access can collaborate with clinical leaders to avoid readmission penalties. -
First ever settlement with local government