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A Simple Way to Involve Frontline Clinicians in Managing Costs

Harvard Business Review

The methods were tested in a single respiratory medical unit in Stage 1, then implemented in four cardiac units in Stage 2, and are now being rolled out throughout the hospital in Stage 3. Fifth, executive buy-in means there should be an executive-level visual management board, box score, and huddles. Insight Center.

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It’s Time for Episode-Based Health Care Spending

Harvard Business Review

The six core steps required to implement REBP are listed in the exhibit “Steps Required to Implement REPB.”. We have seen multiple payers define and implement the necessary infrastructure within six months of when they agreed on an episode’s definition. health system. Why Should Payers Pursue REBP? What Changes Must Payers Make?