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This 2-part case study will cover the following: What is healthcare compliance and key parts of an effective program Creating a compliance program Communication Measuring success Return on investment Our Tribal health client’s unique situation Our Solution     What is Healthcare Compliance? Healthcare compliance refers to the adherence of healthcare providers, organizations, and professionals…

Electronic health records (EHRs) have become an essential part of healthcare. They have revolutionized the way medical information is collected, stored, and accessed. However, successful implementation of any EHR system is not an easy task.   From potential data security issues to Information Technology (IT) infrastructure challenges, lack of user adoption, and more, any EHR implementation…

In today’s technology-driven landscape, hospitals and physician practices of all sizes strive to provide a digitally connected care environment for their patients. However, it seems that healthcare information technology (IT) grows more complex by the day and navigating the vast number of options – platforms, programming languages, methodologies, technologies, tools, and more, has become an…

2022 brought us new workplace lingo such as ‘quiet quitting’, ‘quiet firing’, and ‘fast quitting’. However, with a new year here, a new workplace trend that managers and employees should be prepared for is quiet hiring. According to an article by entrepreneur.com, the concept of quiet hiring is the idea that businesses can add new…

With the accelerated use of technology, the need to provide high-quality, personalized care has never been greater in the healthcare industry. From increased investments in cybersecurity and cloud commuting to the emergence of AI (Artificial Intelligence), healthcare CIOs need to stay ahead of the latest trends to keep their organizations on the forefront of digital…

The foundation for any financially healthy hospital or medical practice is a high-performing Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) department. While an efficient medical billing department allows providers to focus on delivering quality patient-focused care, the fact remains that every organization is only as strong as its ability to manage revenue and minimize costs. If a healthcare…

Client’s Challenge Over the years, several clients have requested guidance and assistance to either replace or upgrade their existing electronic health records and financial management applications. While these organizations differ in size and specialty, most seem to struggle with the willingness to adapt to change and be successful in project preparation and implementations.     So many…

In Part I of our 2-part series, we tackled the key factors that drive a successful IT project. If you have not had a chance to check out Part I, you can do so here. In Part II, we discuss how to develop and execute your project plan and the rippling effects of IT project…

As healthcare organizations become more technology dependent, many still struggle with implementing their IT systems successfully. In fact, many notoriously postpone initiating large-scale projects due to the vast scope despite knowing how critical upgrades are to an organization’s success. In our 2-part series of Your Guide to a Successful Healthcare IT Project, we discuss the…

[ Read More About Our Tribal Telehealth Case Study Here ]   Healthcare struggles for Native American groups have existed for decades. However, we are now seeing a greater push toward rectifying these issues collaboratively. While some tribal groups have excelled at organizing their healthcare networks and maximizing efficiency of care, others are still plagued…

WHAT IS A BUSINESS INITIATIVE CHARTER? The Business Initiative Charter Template is a simple, structured view for laying out the key elements of a business analysis or improvement initiative including scope, objectives, activities, deliverables, stakeholders, measures of success, and critical success factors. These elements and structures are easily customized to suit the needs of the…

All healthcare companies undergo change on a regular basis. This is the reality of an industry in constant growth and continuous adaptation to the needs of patients. The most important feature of change is that it should be good for the community, the patients, the employees, and the company’s bottom line. Change should bring growth…