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In a lingering legacy of the H1N1 pandemic, stronger protections are now advised for seasonal influenza than was the case prior to the emergence of the novel H1N1 strain. That distinctive status was recently highlighted in new influenza guidance in California.
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The following recommendations are summarized from the "Prevention Strategies for Seasonal Influenza in Healthcare Settings" by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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The 12-hour shift, mainstay of the nursing schedule, may be unhealthy for nurses and their patients.
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Today's hospitals are facing an unprecedented revenue challenge, due to surges in uninsured patients and skyrocketing out-of-pocket responsibilities for the insured. In this challenging new fiscal environment, patient access will play a starring role.
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John E. Kivimaki, director of patient accounts at Mary Rutan Hospital in Bellefontaine, OH, was asked by his CFO to identify areas in the revenue cycle where losses could be reduced by focusing on upfront efforts.
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The below proposal was submitted by John E. Kivimaki, director of patient accounts at Mary Rutan Hospital in Bellefontaine, OH, to identify areas in the revenue cycle where losses could be reduced by focusing on upfront efforts. It was accepted by the hospital's administration, and implementation is underway.
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More than ever, patient access staff are being challenged to step into a new role that of financial counselor. Patients have more complex questions and needs, and are turning to front-line staff for answers.
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Registration accuracy is always a foremost concern for patient access leaders, as problems in this area can lead to needless claims denials; ineffective quality assurance audits, however, won't get results, says Diane E. Mastalski, CHAA, CHAM, Virtua's corporate director of patient access.
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Point-of-service collections are becoming increasingly important for patient access areas for many reasons, but this revenue doesn't come easily.
