The Essential Guide to EHR Value and Sustainability
Sponsored by
MEDITECH
May 20, 2025
Healthcare organizations are facing some of the most intense financial pressures in recent history. From rising costs for supplies and labor to ongoing challenges with insurance reimbursements, every dollar counts. Add to that the growing threat of cybersecurity events and looming policy changes that could reduce Medicaid funding—and it’s clear that healthcare leaders must make smarter, more strategic financial decisions than ever before.
In the midst of these challenges, your electronic health record (EHR) system can be either a powerful asset or a hidden liability. An EHR isn’t just a technology purchase—it’s an investment in your organization’s future. The best system for your organization can drive measurable value, helping you achieve a faster return on investment (ROI) and laying the foundation for long-term sustainability. The wrong one can drain resources, stall operations, and even jeopardize financial viability.
Choosing an EHR also shouldn’t mean sacrificing your organization’s independence. The ideal EHR should enable you to maintain your autonomy while delivering advanced technology that supports exceptional patient care and operational efficiency.
How do you know which path you’re on?
Download the ebook, “EHR Value and Sustainability: A Strategic Guide for Healthcare Leaders,” to learn what qualities best meet your organization’s unique needs. You’ll discover key insights on evaluating the total value of your EHR, tips for driving fiscal sustainability in today’s challenging financial climate, and receive a cost-benefit checklist to help make a more informed EHR decision.
Don’t leave your future to chance. Arm yourself with the knowledge you need to protect your margins and position your organization for sustainable success. Download now to learn more!
How Hospital Leaders Are Tackling Revenue Cycle Challenges
Sponsored by
TruBridge
May 19, 2025
Hospitals across the country are navigating increasing financial pressures while striving to deliver high-quality patient care and maintain independence. To better understand how healthcare leaders are approaching revenue cycle management (RCM) in this enviornment, TruBridge partnered with HealthLeaders to survey nearly 100 exectuvies and senior leaders from community hospitals.
Post-merger CNO Playbook: From bedside to boardroom, Nurse leaders bring unmatched experience to M&As
Sponsored by
Wolters Kluwer
May 6, 2025
Nurse leaders play a vital role in ensuring smooth transitions and fostering long-term success. Their expertise in patient care and operational workflows positions them as key drivers of post-merger integration.
As outlined in From Bedside to Boardroom: Nurse Leaders Bring Unmatched Experience to M&As, mergers and acquisitions present challenges across multiple areas, including cultural misalignment, clinical variability, and staff morale concerns, all of which can impact care quality and nurse satisfaction. To mitigate these risks, nurse leaders must implement strategic initiatives that promote stability and cohesion.
Lead by example: Establish a team-oriented leadership style, prioritize patient care, and advocate for staff well-being.
Strengthen organizational culture: Align teams under shared values with clear, consistent communication.
Emphasize change management: Address transition challenges proactively through structured communication and staff engagement.
Standardize policies and procedures: Develop system-wide standards to enhance care consistency and efficiency.
Assess and develop competencies: Evaluate staff skillsets to identify gaps and provide targeted training.
Create professional development pathways: Support career progression through mentorship programs and structured growth opportunities.
By prioritizing collaboration, transparency, and leadership, healthcare organizations can empower nurse leaders to drive sustainable change, foster staff satisfaction, and enhance patient outcomes.
The acceleration of AI solutions is quickly shaping the future of healthcare. These tech-enabled tools have the potential to transform the industry with the promise of streamlining workflows, alleviating provider burnout, and elevating the quality of care.
Examining the current AI adoption patterns is a smart step forward for healthcare organizations seeking to stay at the forefront of quality care while addressing financial pressures. For those serving diverse populations, these tools may be a superpower to assist providers in creating better access to care. Recently, GLOBO conducted a survey exploring how healthcare organizations are implementing different AI technologies. We surveyed healthcare professionals about their experience and knowledge of using AI-powered tools.
Download the report to take a look at what respondents said!
Reprioritizing Growth: Providers Must Now Differentiate and Deliver
Sponsored by
Optum
May 5, 2025
A HealthLeaders survey shows health systems are in growth mode, leveraging market-level data to sharpen payer collaboration, patient retention, and service strategy.
Historically, health systems focused their growth strategies on inpatient volume, revenue, and market share. But today, these traditional approaches alone no longer guarantee success. Competitive pressures, reimbursement challenges, and shifting demographics require a more strategic focus—one that emphasizes service differentiation, patient acquisition, and integrated care delivery across multiple settings.
The latest HealthLeaders Strategic Survey Growth Survey, sponsored by Optum, highlights this shift, with 92% of healthcare leaders planning organizational growth in the next year.