The paradox of change
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The key to survival of the health care industry is the dynamic equilibrium between stability and change. Lack of forward thinking and a refusal to change can be fatal for any industry. Likewise, too much change, too soon can lead to chaos. The health care industry is unpredictable, and it is crucial for individuals and organizations to contribute input regarding all its factors. The industry must be willing to take small steps toward change, remain open to feedback and make necessary adjustments.
Publication Name: Hospitals & Health Networks
Subject: Health care industry
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Year: 1995
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Head for business: managed care demands business savvy. Here's how nurses get it
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Nurses have to adapt to managed-care systems and other major healthcare delivery changes. Within such systems, decisions concerning what types of care to deliver and how to deliver care are made a roundtable discussions. In order to participate effectively in such discussions, nurses must develop new competencies. Methods by which nurses can take advantage of the opportunities presented by new healthcare delivery systems are discussed.
Publication Name: Hospitals & Health Networks
Subject: Health care industry
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Year: 1996
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Head count: when it comes to preparing for capitation, deft management skills are as important as number crunching
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The issues involved in a capitated payment system for the healthcare sector are examined in 'Assessing Organizational Readiness for Capitation,' by Deborah S. Kolb. Of the 20 criteria analyzed in the book, two areas of discussion involve examination of the primary care base in a healthcare system, and the relationship between management and physicians in a healthcare organization.
Publication Name: Hospitals & Health Networks
Subject: Health care industry
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Year: 1996
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