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Considering the Medicare Shared Savings Program?

With the recent CMS announcement of the condensed timeframe for the 2014 Medicare Shared Savings Program (“MSSP”) application cycle, many provider executives have been evaluating if the time is right for their organization to apply.  CMS allows organizations only one opportunity per year to apply.  The May 31, 2013 deadline to submit a non-binding Notice…

Third National ACO Congress

Save the Date! The Camden Group will speaking at the Third National ACO Congress to be held October 30 – November 1, 2012. Look for us at our preconference session, “Building a Successful ACO: A Blueprint for Implementation” and our concurrent session, “Redesigning Care Delivery for an Accountable World.”    http://www.acocongress.com/index.html  

Physician-Hospital Integration: How Health Care Reform is Reshaping California's Delivery System

California Healthcare Foundation has published a paper written by Laura Jacobs, MPH and Cleo Burtley, MBA that explores the impact of the economy and health reform on physician-hospital integration activity in California. In addition to research findings, the paper presents perspectives from leaders at hospitals, physician groups, health plans, and provider industry associations. Also described are…

Navigating the Road from Fee-for-Service to Fee-for-Value: Five Part Webinar Series Co-Presented with Hospital Council of Northern and Central California

The transition from fee-for-service ("FFS") to fee-for-value ("FFV") is a challenging journey for many healthcare organizations, but the stakes are high, and the ability of an organization to navigate the road to success in a FFV world is critical. Though most hospitals and health systems face similar strategic, operational, and financial challenges, the priorities, timing,…

The Camden Group Adds Clinical, Managed Care and Strategy Experts

LOS ANGELES, CA, January 19, 2012 – The Camden Group, a leading national healthcare business advisory firm, continues to expand its expertise in key areas affected by healthcare reform. Joining the executive team are Virginia Tyler, FACHE, Peggy Crabtree, RN, and Marge Mercury, RN, who bring proven track records of success in strategic planning, service…

2012 Healthcare Industry Outlook: Capital and Cost Pressures Persist, Triggering More Consolidation

The Camden Group Foresees New Care Models Taking Hold As Healthcare Reform Advances Amid Sluggish Economy Los Angeles, California, January 5, 2012 – The fragile recovery, presidential election year, and expected pivotal Supreme Court decision regarding mandating health insurance coverage will serve as a challenging backdrop this year for healthcare providers as they make more…

Second National ACO Congress

Join us at the Second National ACO Congress in Los Angeles, California, November 1-3.  Laura Jacobs, EVP, The Camden Group, will be speaking at the Preconference on “CMS ACO Regulations Part 2 – A Deep Dive into the Revised Regulations.    http://www.acocongress.com/index.html.

Healthcare Trends in 2012: A Strategic Industry Forecast

Steve Valentine, President, The Camden Group will be presenting during Healthcare Intelligence Network’s eighth annual healthcare trends forecast. Don’t miss this webinar on key trends and opportunities for healthcare organizations in 2012! http://hin.3dcartstores.com/Healthcare-Trends-in-2012-A-Strategic-Industry-Forecast-a-45-minute-webinar-on-November-2nd-2011_p_4274.html#.TqrbtZONZME.twitter

Accountable Care News Releases Complimentary Special Edition with Expert Analysis of New ACO Regulations and Guidance

Laura P. Jacobs, MPH, our Executive Vice President,  contributed to a special edition of Accountable Care News, the monthly newsletter for industry professionals interested in accountable care organizations and related issues.  This special edition focuses on analysis and commentary from a panel of national experts on the just-issued proposed ACO regulations and guidance.  Download the article from…