Nexera identified neuro/spine implants as a high-spend, top-priority area for cost reduction, although typically it is a complicated, particularly sensitive issue because neuro/spine implants are a top physician preference concern.…
Lean Six Sigma (LSS) is a combination of two process improvement methods. Lean is a system that works to eliminate waste, making processes faster and simpler to follow; it is…
Getting physician buy-in is one of the biggest challenges healthcare executives face in the transition to value-based care. Here are the keys to success. (more…)
Our client health system wanted to establish a physician-led, enterprise-wide, value analysis process supported by spend analytics. (more…)
We have officially entered the patient-centered era in healthcare. The many initiatives introduced through the Affordable Care Act have been designed to encourage this shift from more services to better care. However, this change,…
It is the highest honor bestowed by AHRMM and is given to an individual who has demonstrated an extraordinary level of leadership and professionalism in the field, made significant contributions…
The client identified a need for cost reduction, operational improvement, and overall financial improvement, with a targeted goal of saving $18 million over three years. Nexera conducted a supply chain…
Over the past few years, the healthcare industry has experienced a sea change. The Affordable Care Act has led to the adoption of new systems and payment methodologies that approach…
Last month, I had the opportunity to give a presentation at the ACHE 2016 Congress on Leadership. This event brings together healthcare executives from across the country to discuss what…
The client health system discovered excess inventory in its hospitals, specifically in high-spend departments. The previous fiscal year, the client was in debt and needed strategic methods to reduce costs…