CMS announced its latest push towards value-based care in the spring with the Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM). TEAM is a bundled payment program focused on five surgical episodes of care and is mandatory in selected markets. Now that the 2025 IPPS final rule is in place, we can start to assess the impact of […]
In our 4th episode of Healthcare Headlines, Dan Grauman, Managing Director & CEO of Veralon, continues to dive into the dynamic healthcare landscape. This episode covers healthcare market trends in bankruptcies and financial performance as well as State legislation targeting private equity. We also focus on primary care delivery by insurance companies and corporate retailers. […]
In this course, Heather Farley, Chief Wellbeing Officer at the Medical University of South Carolina, explores burnout within the healthcare field, emphasizing its prevalence causes, and consequences. Learners will gain insights into organizational strategies and systemic changes needed to foster a culture of well-being, fulfillment, and joy in healthcare work. Learn how to access the […]
There is a new kid on the block in the CMS alphabet soup of value-based payment models. The Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM) pushes hospitals and health systems to better manage five surgical episodes of care for the initial admission and the thirty-days following. TEAM is a mandatory model for selected markets launching January 2026. […]
In our 3rd episode of Healthcare Headlines, Dan Grauman, Managing Director & CEO of Veralon, continues to dive into the dynamic healthcare landscape. This episode provides updates on a new court ruling that could have significant impacts on the healthcare industry, and discusses the ongoing saga of cybersecurity problems as well as issues impacting rural […]
Dan Grauman, Managing Director & CEO of Veralon, discusses healthcare system governance structures with Cristina Cavalieri, SVP and University Counsel at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, and Jeannie C. Frey, SVP, Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel at CHRISTUS Health. In this AHLA podcast, they explore drivers of governance structure changes, evolving models, challenges in implementation, […]
Pam Knecht, President at ACCORD LIMITED, explains the importance of healthcare boards and CEOs cultivating a trusting relationship. You will gain actionable insights and proven strategies to strengthen communication, set clear expectations, and foster a collaborative culture. Learn how to access the full video and subscribe to our virtual board education services at www.veralon.com/V-BE If […]
In our 2nd episode of Healthcare Headlines, Dan Grauman, Managing Director & CEO of Veralon, continues to dive into the dynamic healthcare landscape. This episode covers the latest updates on regulatory challenges in hospital mergers, and artificial intelligence advancements in clinical documentation, as we explore the forces driving change in the healthcare industry. We also […]
The second course of this 4-part series guides independent hospitals in assessing their independence and navigating partnership decisions effectively. What are the best practices and crucial decisions when considering a partner? Learn how to access the full video and subscribe to our virtual board education services at www.veralon.com/V-BE If you are already a member, […]
The second course of this 4-part series discusses how hospitals and health systems use Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) and Clinically Integrated Networks (CINs) as the vehicles to achieve value-based care. Learn about the structure, governance, ownership, and the importance of physician buy-in for these entities. Learn how to access the full video and subscribe to […]