The managed care organization's (MCO) reimbursement policy and rates are a major factor when deciding whether to sign a contract to participate in...Read More »
Understanding and interpreting CMS regulations and accreditors’ standards is key to making sure your organization is in compliance with these...Read More »
Failure to hold the medical staff accountable for unprofessional behavior may have catastrophic consequences for patients. On July 9, 2008, The...Read More »
The U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada (the "Court") recently ruled that Summerlin Hospital Medical Center in Las Vegas (the "Hospital...Read More »
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Collaboration within and beyond the hospital is key to a robust OPPE process. MaineGeneral Medical Center, part of MaineGeneral Health system in...Read More »