Nursing Homes, Senior Care Facilities Get CDC Attention
According to a recent Wall Street Journal article and survey, there are at least 10,700 Coronavirus deaths in U.S. nursing homes and long-term care facilities among more than 35 states
Category: Healthcare Insights
Update: Funding Opportunities
The finances of hospitals, long-term care facilities, and medical practices have been adversely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. ERDMAN is monitoring these efforts and will periodically issue updates as new
CMS: Surge Allows Hospitals to Use Other Facilities
On March 30, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator announced sweeping regulatory changes to address the surge in the number of patients requiring care expected due to
CARES Act Provisions for Hospitals, Medical Practices, Nursing Home Facility Changes
We are indebted to all healthcare professionals throughout the United States. The recently passed CARES Act includes provisions to assist healthcare organizations and providers expand technical and physical capabilities to
Healthcare Policy Watchlist
While it’s typical for federal legislative activity in the U.S. Congress to slow down during election years, other state & federal agencies remain busy in the health policy and rule-making
New Government Spending Report Shows Providers Slipping in Key Sectors
The latest government spending report released by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services illustrates the enormity and complexity of the healthcare industry. Read more to discover some surprising changes regarding
Special Focus: Primary Care and Retail Clinics
There is renewed focus on the role of primary care and preventive health in U.S. healthcare. Primary care is widely accepted as the gatekeeper for essential services provided by hospitals,
Healthcare Environments
Research across multiple industries shows the power of positive consumer experiences on business results. Organizations with positive experiences grow faster, have higher margins, and enjoy a better reputation than their
Micro-Hospitals
Market forces are driving significant changes to the way hospitals operate in their communities, and competition is intensifying. Micro-hospitals offer community hospitals and health systems a strategy to respond to
The Future of Demand for Hospitals
Historically, demand forecasting for hospitals has been relatively predictable, based on the demography in a community, its population growth and historic mortality rates. However, in light of recent dynamics, this