As the American healthcare industry moves decidedly in the direction of electronic recordkeeping, the need for robust, up-to-date health information technology systems is becoming a more urgent priority. For medical facilities long accustomed to working with older, outdated systems, this transformation promises many improvements, but a change of this sort is not without its challenges. In order to ensure the …
Boosting the Performance of Your Healthcare System with an Integrated Revenue Cycle
One way that healthcare organizations are reducing expenses and boosting their financial performance—while continuing to meet the needs of patients and physicians—is through integrated revenue cycles (IRCs). There is no set definition for what an IRC should be, and it tends to vary depending on the organization and its particular needs. Generally, it allows for the greater collaboration of revenue …
Providers have the Power to Provide a Customer Service Experience Patients are Looking For
Howell Consulting Group is committed to doing health care differently. The provider-patient relationship continues to be a cornerstone of healthcare. From the time the patient walks through the doors to the time the patient exits the building, there should be a satisfactory experience for both the patient and the provider. There’s an old adage that still rings true – your first …
