Specialty Pharmacies: A Health System Catalyst for Growth
Sponsored by
Cardinal Health
March 25, 2025
With the ongoing trajectory of specialty medication growth continuing, health systems need a strategy to capitate expenses or maximize revenue opportunities to offset these increasing supply costs. Outpatient specialty pharmacies are often an overlooked, yet high-reward opportunity for hospitals to better serve their communities and employees. The right specialty pharmacy strategy can be a tremendous catalyst for health system growth and expanding patient care in their communities.
An optimal specialty pharmacy strategy improves the patient experience in multiple ways. Yet some health systems are missing out on these opportunities. Common challenges are labor shortages, a lack of specialty pharmacy operational expertise, and limited on-site resources to address the complexities associated with operating a specialty pharmacy.
However, the right help and expertise can effectively enable a specialty pharmacy strategy: delivering better community access, financial stability, new revenue opportunities, cost savings for self-insured systems and improving the patient journey for better patient outcomes. Remote support options, like specialty pharmacy hub models, make it easier to optimize your hospital’s specialty pharmacy strategy.
Discover how healthcare organizations are utilizing EHR technology and external RCM solutions to master every stage of the revenue cycle – all while creating improved patient experiences and cultivating a prosperous and dynamic financial ecosystem.
Before you dive in, here’s a snapshot of what to expect:
Harness the power of AI and automation to boost accuracy and efficiency at each stage of the revenue cycle
Adapt to evolving patient and provider needs by addressing specific shortfalls in mid-cycle and back-end processes
Identify the best opportunities to use third parties to address technology gaps in core EHR systems
The Four Cs of Success: A Lifeline for Rural Healthcare
Sponsored by
Coronis Health
March 7, 2025
Rural hospitals face mounting pressures like workforce shortages, declining reimbursements, and financial instability. But there’s hope. The Four Cs of Success—Community, Collaboration, Critical Access, and Cash—offer a strategic framework to help rural healthcare thrive.
Dan Douglas, Vice President of Operations at Coronis Health, shares actionable insights on how rural hospitals can improve patient care, strengthen financial health, and secure long-term sustainability.
Key Insights You’ll Gain:
Community: Build stronger connections with local residents and increase patient utilization through proactive engagement.
Collaboration: Enhance care and efficiency by partnering with regional networks and embracing telehealth.
Critical Access: Maintain financial stability and provide essential services through CAH designation.
Cash: Optimize revenue cycle management to reduce financial leakage and improve cash flow.
Why It Matters: By embracing these principles, rural hospitals can turn challenges into opportunities, ensuring a brighter, more sustainable future for both their communities and their operations.
Take Action Now: Ready to learn how these Four Cs can make a difference? Read the full article for proven strategies and real-world examples of success.
Mastering the Complexities of Healthcare Authorization and Denial Prevention
Sponsored by
Coronis Health
March 7, 2025
Hospitals and health systems face significant challenges in securing insurance authorizations and preventing denials. These obstacles impact cash flow, disrupt workflows, and, most importantly, delay patient care.
With prior authorization issues being one of the top causes of claim denials, a proactive, structured approach is essential.
Heather Nickerson, Senior Revenue Cycle Account Manager, and Daniel Douglas, Vice President of Operations at Coronis Health break down the complexities of healthcare authorization and denial prevention, highlighting how communication, education, centralized workflows, and technology can reduce denials and improve operational efficiency. They share real-world success stories and actionable strategies to help providers navigate these challenges effectively.
Key Takeaways:
Streamline communication and workflows to improve efficiency and reduce errors.
Use centralized processes and technology for better authorization management.
Blend automation with human expertise to handle complex payer requirements.
How Doctors Can Answer Clinical Questions in Seconds
Sponsored by
Butterfly
February 26, 2025
From cart-based to handheld ultrasound: How Dr. Zack Ferguson answers clinical questions in seconds with the Butterfly iQ3.
“As a specialty registrar in acute internal medicine, I have been using cart-based ultrasound machines for several years. I have had a particular interest in POCUS (point-of-care ultrasound) since beginning the formal accreditation process approximately 18 months ago.
It’s now become an essential part of my practice. I have earned accreditation in thoracic, abdominal, vascular, and cardiac POCUS through the Society for Acute Medicine and the Intensive Care Society. I achieved all this using cart-based machines and, for a long time, they were my preference, mostly because of familiarity,” says Dr. Zack Ferguson.
Read the latest whitepaper from Butterfly, on how doctors can answer clinical questions in seconds!
How Hospital Sisters Health System Streamlined their Workforce Operations and Reduced Costs
Sponsored by
AMN Healthcare
February 24, 2025
Learn how Hospital Sisters Health System reduced their time to fill by 12 days, reduced their overtime by 27%, and saved over $9,000,000 in a 12-month period.