Budgeting
Capitation sets direct contracting apart from other models. While there are wrinkles to be ironed out, payers and providers are onboard.
The IRS requires hospitals to spend on community benefit but doesn't specify what type, for what purpose or how much.
While revenues are down year-over-year, they still surpassed Wall Street's expectations.
The numbers indicate the severity of the pandemic is waning, both in terms of virus transmission and hospitals' financial health.
The moderation is especially notable as it comes against the backdrop of rapidly accelerating economy-wide prices.
Bill includes tens of billions of dollars for home healthcare, an expansion of federal health benefits and $65 billion for broadband infrastructure.
The firm will boast a technological backbone that's designed to support an array of platforms that reduce costs and accelerate care.
New reporting requirements expand the amount of time providers will have to report information and extend PRF payment deadlines.
Physicians' earnings are on the rise, but the coronavirus has had a dampening effect, and many practices are struggling.
"MGMA's modest compensation findings belie the turmoil of 2020," says CEO and president Dr. Halee Fischer-Wright.