Today, Jay Rosen, founder and president of Health Management Associates (HMA), and Governor Mike Leavitt, founder and Chair of Leavitt Partners, announced the two firms have come together as one entity. Leavitt Partners will continue operating as Leavitt Partners, an HMA Company.
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Health Management Associates Awarded on the Forbes America’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2021 List
Health Management Associates (HMA) has been awarded on the Forbes list of America’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2021. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on March 16th, 2021 and can currently be viewed on the Forbes website.
Webinar Replay: How FQHCs Can Deliver Innovative Care Under Existing and Value-based Payment Models
This webinar was held on March 18, 2021.
Efforts by Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) to reach underserved communities, address health inequity, and re-engage marginalized individuals are greatly enhanced when payment models are maximized to support innovation in the delivery of care. During this webinar, HMA experts addressed how FQHCs can enhance payments and boost opportunities to innovate under both the current Prospective Payment System and under emerging alternative, value-based payment models. Speakers also addressed creative strategies for outreach, engagement, care management, and the implementation of alternate clinical care modalities such as group visits and telehealth.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the strengths and weaknesses of the Prospective Payment System.
- Learn how to enhance reimbursements for specialized services.
- Identify opportunities and barriers among alternative payment models.
- Find out how to succeed in a value-based care environment.
HMA Speakers
Art Jones, MD, Principal, Chicago, IL
Margaret Kirkegaard, MD, MPH, Principal, St. Paul, MN
Health Management Associates Launches Institute on Addiction
Health Management Associates (HMA) announced today creation of the HMA Institute on Addiction (IOA), a division dedicated to supporting the national effort to build an evidence-based, patient-centered, and sustainable addiction treatment ecosystem.
Health Management Associates Names Douglas Elwell CEO; Charles (Chuck) Milligan Joins Firm as COO
Health Management Associates (HMA) announced today that Chief Operating Officer Douglas (Doug) L. Elwell will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer, effective Nov. 1.
CMS finalizes policy using hospital negotiated charge data for payment rates
This week, our In Focus section reviews the policy changes included in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Medicare Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) and Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTCH) Final Rule (CMS-1735-F). This year’s IPPS Final Rule includes several important policy changes that will change hospitals’ administrative procedures and may alter hospitals’ Medicare margins, beginning as soon as October 1, 2020.
Health Management Associates Acquires Health Policy Consulting Firm Burns & Associates
Today, Jay Rosen, founder and president of Health Management Associates (HMA), announced the firm’s acquisition of Burns & Associates, Inc., an Arizona-based health policy consulting firm that specializes in innovative approaches to the financing and delivery of health care and human services.
Health Management Associates, HealthEC Announce New Collaboration
Today, Jay Rosen, founder and president of Health Management Associates (HMA), and Arthur Kapoor, president and CEO of HealthEC, announced the two firms have engaged in an effort designed to accelerate improvements in healthcare service delivery and outcomes.
Webinar Replay: Leveraging the Primary Care Team’s Strengths During Reopening: Part 3 – Payment and Documentation
This webinar was held on July 29, 2020.
In this webinar, HMA primary care experts discussed current payment flexibilities that allow physician practices to maintain revenues while operating in a virtual environment. Given the likelihood that many patients will continue to receive care virtually even after the pandemic, HMA experts explored mechanisms for alternative payment models that support virtual care and allow for efficient use of the care team. Speakers also shared necessary considerations for documentation to assure data capture and appropriate billing.
Learning Objectives
- Discuss current relaxation of regulations related to the National Emergency Declaration and CMS flexibility.
- Understand the use of alternative payment models to enhance revenue opportunities for practices providing virtual care.
- Understand the need for new templates and order sets to support virtual care.
- Discuss EHR optimization to improve care processes and capture data.
Speakers
Helen Duplessis, MD, Principal, Los Angeles, CA
Lisa Harrison, MS, MHS, PA-C, Senior Consultant, Denver, CO
Roxane Townsend, MD, Managing Principal, Raleigh, NC
HMA announces cancellation of 2020 annual conference
Health Management Associates has made the decision to cancel its October 2020 conference on Trends in Publicly Sponsored Healthcare, given continuing developments concerning COVID-19 and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of attendees, speakers, and staff. Full refunds will be made to registered attendees and sponsors.
Webinar Replay: Nursing Home Revenue Diversification and Care Options Series: Understanding the Impact of Nursing Home Compare Five-Star Quality Ratings
This webinar was held on July 24, 2020.
Even before COVID-19, nursing homes struggled with staffing shortages, inadequate reimbursement rates, and declining occupancy rates. The pandemic has amplified these challenges, forcing nursing homes to consider options for diversifying revenues and broadening services for both residents and individuals who qualify for institutional status but reside in the community. During this webinar (the second in a series), HMA quality experts will provide an overview of the Nursing Home Compare Five-Star Quality Rating System and its impact on nursing homes.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the components of the Nursing Home Compare Five-Star Quality Rating System.
- Find out how Nursing Home Compare ratings impact a nursing home’s business.
- Learn the strengths and limitations of Nursing Home Compare as a true measure of nursing home quality.
HMA Speakers
Doug Elwell, COO, Chicago, IL
Susan Tucker, Principal, Tallahassee, FL
Webinar Replay: Leveraging the Primary Care Team’s Strengths During Reopening: Part 2 – Adapting the Environment
This webinar was held on July 22, 2020.
Before reopening for in-person visits, primary care practices must address a wide variety of safety considerations, including infection control protocols; modifications to offices, waiting areas, and exam rooms; staffing and workflow issues; and other strategies that minimize the risk of exposure to COVID-19 for both patients and staff. During this 30-minute webinar, HMA primary care experts discussed best practices for successfully reopening primary care practices during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Learning Objectives
- Understand key clinical, physical office, and financial considerations for reopening primary care practices to in-person patient care.
- Learn about the availability of decision-support tools and resources to assist primary care practices with reopening.
- Find out about infection control protocols and other best practices to ensure the safety of patients and staff during reopening.
- Learn how the “new normal” of operating during the COVID-19 pandemic variously impacts clinicians, administrative staff, and leadership, including a look at new protocols and workflows.
Speakers
Karen Hill, PhD, ANP-C, MSN, RN, Senior Consultant, San Francisco, CA
Brittany LaBarreare, Senior Consultant, Austin, TX
Gail Mayeaux, Principal, Albany, NY
Deb Peartree, Senior Consultant, Albany, NY