"It's about delivering the right care at the right time in the right care setting," says this hospital CEO.
In this episode of HL Shorts, Memorial Regional Hospital CEO Paul Gaden explains how hospitals are making operational decisions around cost containment, including ensuring patients receive care in the most appropriate setting instead of defaulting to the hospital.
Jay Asser is the CEO editor for HealthLeaders.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Hospitals are focusing on ensuring patients receive care in the most appropriate setting, which can reduce unnecessary hospital admissions and improve outcomes.
Cost containment often comes down to operational discipline.