Erik Swanson, managing director and group leader of data and analytics at Kaufman Hall, said in a statement that “January was a relatively stable month for hospitals, as more people received care due in part to seasonal challenges like flu and other respiratory diseases. Hospitals are also experiencing more rapid revenue growth from inpatient than outpatient services. Expenses are also rising, driven primarily by drug costs, though the rate of cost growth has slowed.” Healthcare Innovation Editor-in-Chief spoke this week with Erik Swanson to get amplification from him on where things stand right now for hospitals, medical groups, and health systems.
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Source: https://www.hcinnovationgroup.com/finance-revenue-cycle/article/55277321/kaufman-halls-swanson-leaders-need-to-consider-longer-term-strategies