Annual Budget Planning: 4-Step Process

Creating a strong, repeatable budget process for Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) is essential for efficiency and strategic decision-making. MedHQ’s Senior Vice President of Client Accounting and Finance, Matt Lau, recently shared his expertise on this topic on HST Pathways’ “This Week in Surgery Centers” podcast, breaking down a four-step approach to streamline budgeting while ensuring […]

3 Simple Ways to Cultivate a Mindful Workplace

Creating a mindful workplace involves implementing strategies that promote positivity. Key strategies include establishing mindful communication practices, promoting stress reduction techniques like mindful breaks, and integrating mindfulness into the culture.  Encourage Mindful Practices Encouraging mindful practices throughout the day can help employees focus their attention and avoid burnout. Effective strategies include promoting breaks and taking […]

The Fight for Physician-Led Healthcare: Live from the PHA Leadership Conference

At the recent PHA Leadership Conference, MedHQ’s Mike Lipomi and Dr. Wendy Dean, co-host of the 43cc Podcast, explored the importance of reclaiming physician-led healthcare. Lipomi highlighted how corporate involvement has shifted control away from doctors, advocating for a return to physician-centered care to ensure quality patient outcomes. Dr. Dean stressed the value of bedside […]

Avanza Intelligence 2023 Hospital Leadership ASC Survey

Avanza Healthcare Strategies is pleased to share the results of the 5th Avanza Intelligence Hospital Leadership ASC Survey. We want to thank all those who participated, with a special thank you to HealthLeaders Media for leading the survey efforts. The results for 2023 continue to illustrate the fluidity of the ambulatory surgery center (ASC) industry and […]

Case Study: Revenue Cycle Transformation for Three Crosses Healthcare

Overview Serving Southern New Mexico & West Texas, Three Crosses Regional encountered significant difficulties in managing its revenue cycle across both its specialty clinics and 46-bed acute care hospital.   “By late 2023, we were facing mounting challenges with our revenue cycle management,” explained Three Crosses Regional Hospital CEO John Lanning. “Prolonged insurance days in AR […]

Leading with Empathy

In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, leading with empathy has become a cornerstone of effective leadership. Empathy, the ability to understand and share the feelings of others, is more than just a feel-good quality; it’s a strategic asset that can transform organizational dynamics.  The Power of Empathetic Leadership  Empathetic leaders create environments where team members […]

Key Drivers for ASC Performance

Key Drivers for ASC Performance Identifying Key Indicators, Important Metrics, and Total Joint Impact Watch our webinar “Key Drivers for ASC Performance,” featuring insights from industry experts Dave Becker, CPA and Dhara Raval, CPA. Topics covered include: Defining key drivers/key performance indicators (KPIs) Identifying/understanding/working on the right drivers for your center Important drivers used in […]

The Corner Series Podcasts with Geoffrey Cockrell: HR, Accounting, Finance, and AI in Medical Practices

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Geoffrey Cockrell, host of McGuireWoods’ “The Corner Series,” podcast recently interviewed Erik Miller, President of MedHQ, to discuss how MedHQ assists physician practices, outpatient surgery centers, and health systems in managing complex strategic and operational functions. During their conversation, they delved into the challenges as healthcare moves to new points of care. Some highlights include: Why more […]

MedHQ Appoints Michael Drucker as Chief Financial Officer

MedHQ, healthcare’s leading provider of advisory and administrative solutions to hospitals/health systems, outpatient healthcare/ambulatory surgery centers, and physicians/provider groups throughout the United States, has appointed Michael Drucker, a veteran of HCSC/Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, as Chief Financial Officer.  Drucker brings more than 20 years of experience to MedHQ. Drucker previously worked in various leadership positions with […]

5 Ways to Pump up Heart Health at Work

Maintaining heart health is crucial for our well-being. Here are five practical strategies to promote heart health at work:  Stay Active Throughout the Day Adults are recommended to get at least 150 minutes of physical activity per week. Incorporating walking meetings rather than sitting during phone calls is an easy way to encourage movement and get steps in during the workday. Choose Heart–Healthy Options Providing resources on meal prepping helps employees stock their pantries with nutritious options that support […]