The reputable Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA) emphasizes endorsing leading firms through its Endorsed Business Partner (EBP) Program, with the aim of addressing the challenges in the healthcare sector and offering member hospitals bespoke solutions.
One of the recent initiatives taken by the MHA involves the endorsement of ModusOne Health, a unique clinical diagnosis improvement company substantially developed and operated by expert physicians. It underscores the importance of adequately documenting patient care as reimbursements are intimately linked to the precision of these documents. Unfortunately, many healthcare systems fail to realize the transformative power of such documentation in significantly improving their quality scores via physician-led provider engagement and systematic improvement.
The Executive Director of Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) for a significant health system in Southeast America points out that optimal quality scores can be accomplished with conscientious education of providers, setting standards, and monitoring enhancements. The director cites the example of their health system which, like many others, includes 17 inpatient hospitals and scores of outpatient clinics. Remarkably, they have seen a nearly 70% decrease in surplus Length of Stay (LOS) days while improving financial performance and achieving the highest grade in national quality ratings.
The often-misconstrued dichotomy of choosing between quality scores and financial improvement is a fallacy, according to this case study. On the contrary, a strategically-planned approach could pave the way for the simultaneous realization of these twin goals. Evidently, a physician leader in Northwest America echoes these sentiments, highlighting the benefits of provider engagement and expressing gratitude for the increase in revenue and significant reduction in sepsis mortality rates.
For those seeking further information on ModusOne Health, you’re encouraged to reach out to their representative, Stephanie Patsalis. For queries regarding MHA’s EBP program, Rob Wood at MHA office is the go-to person. The MHA also recommends subscribing to their weekly newsletter, ‘MHA Monday Report’, or podcast, ‘MiCare Champion Cast’, for staying updated with the latest in the field of healthcare in Michigan. Members are also encouraged to engage further with their social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Linkedin, and Instagram.