Risk Management

Why hospitals must build emergency plans long before disaster strikes

When a disaster strikes a hospital, the margin for error is almost nonexistent. Patient care cannot pause, critical systems cannot go dark, and staff cannot afford to improvise under pressure. The difference between a facility that weathers an emergency and one that struggles through it often comes

A Simple Fix For Tubing Chaos

In regulated cleanroom environments, small oversights like tubing dragging on the floor or taped makeshift supports can quietly undermine both contamination control and operator safety. As facilities push for higher throughput and stricter compliance, purpose-built solutions such as elevated tubing management systems are becoming less of a convenience and more of an operational standard. By…

SHMS Optimizes Operations for Medicare Advantage Plan Operators in the Healthcare Payer Enterprise

Enrollment in Medicare Advantage plans is projected to reach about 35.7 million, according to a 2025 Senate Finance Committee report. Yet, many startup and midsize organizations face steep technical and regulatory hurdles when launching or scaling operations. As part of the broader healthcare payer enterprise landscape, these plans must manage compliance, claims adjudication, risk adjustment,…

The Value of a Restoration Team with Healthcare Experience

Healthcare facilities require restoration partners who understand the stakes of downtime and can anticipate problems before they disrupt patient care

Helping a Healthcare Facility Rebuild from the Ground Up After a Tornado

One account manager shares how swift action and preparation proved critical when a healthcare facility faced total reconstruction after severe weather

Fighting for Fair Healthcare Access Means Overcoming Certain Challenges

Closing the gap between healthcare costs and accessibility requires addressing systemic barriers that leave millions without adequate coverage

Department-Specific Reviews can Streamline Material Review Workflows Leading to Faster Approvals

Assigning reviews to specific departments cuts approval times by eliminating unnecessary stakeholders from the process

Nurturing and Growing a Sustainable Safety Culture

Empowering employees to identify and address safety risks creates a foundation for long-term workplace protection

Rigorous Audits of Third-Party Vendors are Crucial for Patient Data Protection in Healthcare

Healthcare organizations must evaluate vendor security practices to prevent breaches that compromise patient data and operational continuity

Old Systems are Creating Cybersecurity Challenges for Healthcare Orgs

Legacy infrastructure and budget constraints are leaving healthcare providers vulnerable to growing cyber threats as digital patient care expands

Cybersecurity Risks and Patient Risks are at a Crossroads as Tech Moves Rapidly

Healthcare systems face a critical tension between rapid tech adoption and protecting vulnerable patient information from evolving cyber threats

Navigating Cyber Risk Management in Healthcare Means Handling the Small Alerts and Big Alarms

Healthcare leaders must balance attention between routine security signals and catastrophic threats to prevent minor vulnerabilities from becoming major breache

Continued Threats Require a Major Shift in Healthcare Cybersecurity Risk Perception

Healthcare leaders are realizing that outdated security approaches leave patient care dangerously exposed to evolving threats

Merging Risk Management with Employee Well-Being is the Secret to Unlocking Workplace Potential

Companies that align safety protocols with employee wellness initiatives see measurable gains in productivity and retention rates

AI Looks to Add the Value in Value-Based Care in 2024

Healthcare providers are turning to AI to unlock the financial and clinical benefits that value-based care promises

Proactive Defense: The Key to Securing Healthcare Systems Against Cyber Risks

Healthcare leaders who wait for a breach to act are already behind the curve in protecting patient data

Kelly Connell: What is the overall value to yourself of being a member on Ntracts’ Advisory Council?

Advisory board participation yields tangible returns through peer collaboration, direct influence over product development, and access to industry best practice

Kelly Connell: How is Ntracts reporting adding value within your clinical contracting organization?

Strategic contract reporting transforms visibility across the entire clinician hiring lifecycle, from initial request through employment termination

Amanda Hausmann: Can you share examples of successful outcomes that resulted from implementing or updating your contracting policies in your health system?

One systematic contracting approach lifted compliance from 70% to 99% across a multi-hospital health system

Derek Empie: What are the biggest challenges you’ve come up against when trying to gain organization buy-in for contract lifecycle management?

Shifting organizational resistance to contract lifecycle management requires clear communication about risk and financial benefits from leadership

What is one word you would use to describe healthcare contracting without confidence in your data?

Healthcare leaders reveal the hidden costs of operating without reliable contract data

2023 NAC Meeting – Chicago

Industry leaders gathered to explore the latest contract lifecycle management strategies and best practices shaping enterprise operations

2023 Education Series: What are the Causes of Contract Invisibility?

Healthcare organizations struggle to track contracts when oversight gaps, outdated processes, and fragmented systems prevent visibility across their entire port