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4 Phases of Emergency Management for Hospitals and Health Systems

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Healthcare leaders should implement these steps in all hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. The approach is divided into four phases of emergency management: prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery. The recovery phase begins as soon as the immediate threat has passed.

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Gateway Foundation Hosts it Annual Connecting for Recovery Luncheon

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On September 19, 2024, Gateway Foundation proudly hosted its Annual Connecting for Recovery Luncheon at City Hall Events in Chicago. At this year’s luncheon, we honored exceptional individuals who contributed significantly to the Recovery community.

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Healthcare Revenue Cycle KPIs You Should Monitor

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The healthcare revenue cycle is important for every hospital and healthcare practice. Four KPIs can help you gather insights on revenue reconciliation: denial volume, denial appeal rate, days in receivables outstanding (DRO), and underpayment recoveries. Image by Bri Driggers.).

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Maximizing Healthcare Reimbursement Through Higher Patient Satisfaction Scores

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In a consumer-driven industry, healthcare organizations must compete to gain new patients and maintain their loyalty. One effective way is to earn high patient satisfaction scores that demonstrate value to customers seeking a trusted healthcare partner.

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7 Strategies for Mitigating the Healthcare Staffing Crisis

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Healthcare organizations across the U.S. have grappled with healthcare staffing shortages since well before the COVID-19 pandemic. Many organizations view the healthcare staffing crisis as a long-term problem that requires more than temporary solutions. 1 – Provide more incentives for healthcare providers to stay in their jobs.

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Your Healthy Outlook Can Promote Resilience and Recovery in Older Adults

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Older adults in healthcare settings and long-term care facilities are more likely to have a behavioral health disorder than those who live in the community, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Part of this care includes building resilience in older adults.

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Healthcare Workforce Safety: Nurse Safety and Patient Safety Go Hand in Hand

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­Healthcare workforce safety depends on both nurse safety and patient safety. Nurses and other healthcare staff rely on safe working environments, capable leaders, support for personal well-being, and of course, respect. How can healthcare organizations and leaders achieve these goals by protecting nurse and patient safety congruently?