David Weldon

The growing shortage of physicians is causing many healthcare organizations to rethink the roles of nurse practitioners and physician assistants. To figure out which role is the better to invest in, organizations have a lot to consider.

As healthcare providers grapple with more complex issues, the CFO is being asked to take on a leadership role that in many cases extends beyond the realm of accounting.

Merger and acquisition activity continued at a robust pace in the closing months of 2013, and by all accounts, the industry will see more of the same in 2014.

With the closing of 2013 and arrival of 2014, it is a time to look ahead at a few of the industry trends we can expect in the upcoming 12 months.