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Impact of Election on Healthcare

Steve Valentine of The Camden Group weighs in on the impact of the election for the healthcare industry in three articles that came out this week: Divided Government, Fiscal Cliff and the Future of Reform in Hospital & Health Networks Daily ACA implementation, Medicaid, sequestration issues loom in Modern Healthcare California speeds revamp of health insurance…

Implications of the Supreme Court Ruling

What does the Supreme Court ruling on healthcare reform mean for you? What are the implications of this monumental decision? Most importantly, how should you respond? Read our insight on how this decision impacts our clients and healthcare organizations across the country!

Perspectives on Possible Supreme Court Decision on Healthcare Reform

With the imminent healthcare reform ruling from the Supreme Court to be issued any day now, The Camden Group’s experts weigh in on the implications of likely scenarios for the major constituents (hospitals/health systems, payers, physicians, patients, and employers). Download our comprehensive analysis of how the decision will impact the healthcare industry, and look for…

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…

Top 10 Ways to Survive on Medicare – Cost Management Strategies

Hospitals in this current environment are finding themselves in a difficult position as the ability to obtain rate increases from commercial payers has become increasingly difficult. The pressure to reduce “cost shifting” is strong, and ultimately, hospitals will have to learn how to survive on Medicare rates – even as these are also decreasing. While…

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…

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…