Ever wonder how much the average American actually pays for healthcare compared to someone buying insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA)? The numbers might surprise you. Currently, thanks to enhanced ACA tax credits, many individuals are paying a relatively manageable share of their income for coverage. Someone making around $28,000 a year pays […]

  For years, the 340B Drug Pricing Program has been a lifeline for hospitals serving vulnerable populations. But federal policy changes are reshaping this landscape, creating new financial challenges for safety-net providers. Three major shifts are threatening hospital stability. Here’s what healthcare leaders need to know about these emerging pressures. “These policy shifts don’t change […]

A government shutdown occurs when Congress and the President cannot agree on a budget to fund federal agencies. While essential services like emergency care, VA hospitals, and air traffic control continue operating, many federal offices handling “behind-the-scenes” work are forced to furlough employees or pause operations. For hospitals, this doesn’t mean Medicare or Medicaid checks […]

  ARRM is not just another at-risk revenue tool. It’s a compliance-driven recovery model designed to help hospitals connect patients to programs: Maximize cash recovery on self-pay accounts. Protect tax benefits tied to uncompensated care. Demonstrate alignment with IRS Section 501(r) and state charity care laws. By embedding compliance into every step of the recovery […]