Several hospitals and health systems have begun to outsource more services as finances become tight. But, due to consolidation, the outsourcing trend may soon reverse.
Now, more than ever, hospitals and health systems are concerned about their bottom lines. The federal sequester took a 2 percent bite out of Medicare reimbursements, and healthcare reform and other forces have led to lower inpatient volumes for many provider organizations. While several hospitals have turned to layoffs to address their cost concerns, still more are turning to another cost-saving solution: outsourcing.
Read the full Becker's Hospital Review report.
Now, more than ever, hospitals and health systems are concerned about their bottom lines. The federal sequester took a 2 percent bite out of Medicare reimbursements, and healthcare reform and other forces have led to lower inpatient volumes for many provider organizations. While several hospitals have turned to layoffs to address their cost concerns, still more are turning to another cost-saving solution: outsourcing.
Read the full Becker's Hospital Review report.