Understanding the True Cost of Underutilized Services
Hospitals, particularly those serving rural communities, face unique financial pressures that often magnify the impact of underutilized services. While healthcare leaders are acutely aware of the importance of efficient resource utilization, accurately quantifying and addressing the true cost of underutilization can be challenging. This article ex…
Using the Theory of Constraints to Identify Bottlenecks in Patient Flow
This comprehensive article explains how hospitals can leverage the Theory of Constraints (TOC) to uncover and address critical bottlenecks, significantly improving patient flow and overall hospital performance.
Making the Monthly Close Meaningful
The monthly financial close is often viewed as a routine, sometimes tedious, task by hospital financial departments. Yet, when approached strategically, the monthly close can become a powerful tool for organizational alignment, insightful decision-making, and ongoing performance improvement. This article explores strategies to transform the monthl…
