Article Summary Managing copious amounts of healthcare data and leveraging this data to inform operational, clinical, and financial improvements is a significant challenge for today’s healthcare systems. Learn how UnityPoint Health laid a foundation for data maturity that led to more than $100M in improvements, according to Rhiannon Harms, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at UnityPoint Health. Jump to: Becoming ‘Problem-Solving Partners’ and Promoting Enterprise Analytics Turning Data into Actionable Information Using AI, Natural Language Generation Tools Practical Takeaways for Improving ..read more

Article Summary In the HAS 24 infographic, we delve deeper into what transpired at this year’s summit, which was not just an event but a catalyst for change in an industry ripe for transformation. Up next: How Health Information Exchanges (HIEs) Serve as Today’s Population Health Enablers Health Catalyst Multiple Authors Downloads The Healthcare Analytics Summit 2024 InfographicDownload Click to Download Infographic HAS 24 Infographic The 2024 Healthcare Analytics Summit (HAS 24) held in February brought together a diverse group of healthcare achievers and innovators with the shar ..read more

Article Summary The health information exchange landscape is evolving, transitioning from essential data providers to proactive advocates for community health and strengthening the public health infrastructure. Beyond traditional healthcare roles, Health Information Exchanges (HIEs) are recognized as critical partners in comprehensive health data and analytics networks, facilitating the safe sharing of health information for various purposes. Seen as an indispensable public resource, HIEs are poised to further enhance population health outcomes. Learn how. Jump to: How HIEs Can Establish ..read more

Article Summary The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) intend to sunset the traditional Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) under the Quality Payment Program (QPP), so providers and healthcare groups must know how to confidently navigate its replacement — the MIPS Value Pathways (MVP) — using a comprehensive approach to data collection and reporting. Jump to: MIPS Value Pathways (MVPs) Demystified New and Finalized MVPs for the 2024 Performance Year MVP Participation Dates Providers Should Know Transitioning to MVPs Effectively with a Comprehensive Quality Measures Solution ..read more

Article Summary The 2024 Quality Payment Program (QPP) brings challenges but also opportunities for physician practices and clinical settings. While Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) participation can lead to negative payment adjustments for low performance, it can also reward positive outcomes with financial benefits, as demonstrated by Baptist Health Care’s experience. The following article offers a traditional MIPS program overview as well as what eligible clinicians should know about the QPP in CY 2024. With the right tools, preparation, and partnership, MIPS participation can ..read more

Article Summary At the Healthcare Analytics Summit 2024 (HAS® 24), Biochemist Jennifer Doudna, PhD, discussed the ground-breaking discovery of CRISPR technology and its applications in medical science, agriculture, and the environment during a fireside chat with Melissa Welch, MD, MPH. Read an edited excerpt of their conversation. Up next: 7 Must-Attend AI and Analytics Sessions at HAS 24 Tarah Neujahr Bryan At the Healthcare Analytics Summit 2024 (HAS® 24) this February, Biochemist Jennifer Doudna, PhD, of the University of California, Berkeley, sat down with Melissa Welch, MD, MPH ..read more

Article Summary The Healthcare Analytics Summit 2024 (HAS 24) tackles some of healthcare’s greatest challenges by showcasing how leaders leverage AI and healthcare data and analytics tools to power organizational transformation and patient care. Read what’s in store at this year’s summit. Jump to: Sessions to Explore Augmented Intelligence (AI) Best Practices Take Your Data and Analytics Operations to the Next Level Up next: Join These Innovators at the Healthcare Analytics Summit 2024 Health Catalyst Editors Explore the latest frontier of high-value healthcare data and analytic ..read more

Article Summary Federal and regional initiatives have emboldened healthcare providers to enhance population health outcomes through improved healthcare data analytics. Such investments are anticipated to increase in the coming years as the intensity to address health equity and broader health determinants impacting communities reaches a fever pitch. Jump to: Population Health Management Focus Spurts Transformative Action Federal Population Health Management Initiatives Reviewed Population Health Analytics Key to Outcomes Improvement Population Health Investments to Persist Into 2024 and B ..read more

Article Summary Are you attending the Healthcare Analytics SummitTM 2024 (HAS® 24) on February 27-29? Get the inside scoop and maximize your experience at this premier industry user conference with this comprehensive guide outlining simple actions to do before, during, and after the summit. Up next: Four Revenue Cycle Management Concerns to Target in 2024 Jennifer Bishop Attending the Healthcare Analytics SummitTM 2024 (HAS® 24) is an exciting opportunity for healthcare professionals and executives to connect, learn, and stay ahead of the critical issues and top trends impacting the ..read more

Article Summary Numerous regulatory changes and policy updates in 2023 compelled hospitals to enhance their revenue cycle management strategies. This comes at a time when health systems are facing diminishing margins, fluctuating labor needs, and escalating cost pressures. This article explores four primary factors influencing hospitals’ financial stability and provides three strategies to face what lies ahead. Jump to: Chargemaster Management Billing and Coding Policy Changes Hospital Price Transparency Prior Authorization for Specified Services Selecting the Right Revenue Cycle Manageme ..read more