Bundled payments are here to stay; the EPM delay is an opportunity to capitalize on creating a competitive edge.

Improved alignment between hospitals and physicians will be essential to changing the way care is delivered.

Joel Sauer clears up some of the most misunderstood provider compensation data that can impact contract negotiations.

As Washington works to craft health care legislation, Larry hopes that it will be a truly transparent and bipartisan process.

It seems prudent for health systems to spend some intentional time and focus – and capital – on developing a comprehensive ambulatory strategy. It is likely that reimbursement for health care will continue to reward providers for keeping patients healthy and out of inpatient facilities.

Prior authorization is a requirement that a physician obtain approval from a health insurance plan before they will agree to cover certain prescribed medications or medical procedures. Many physicians find it to be a frustrating and unnecessary time waster.