June 2017

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Facing the Threat
Infection prevention will take a committed effort from providers across the care continuumPUBLISHER’S LETTER
The Next 100 Days

Planning Ahead
IDNs must have a merger and acquisition project plan in place prior to acquisitions

What it Takes to Survive
By bringing urgent care centers into its fold, Banner Health believes it will serve more patients with higher quality care

‘Meaningful Use’ Grows Up
New EHR reporting program accommodates practices’ unique patient populations.

Selling Scales?
Watch Your Language

What Drives Patient Behavior
Despite rising costs, consumers pursue quality healthcare

Medicare Spending
A look at where the dollars are going

Uncertain Future
Nation’s Community Health Centers seek to retain funding with a looming financial deadline.

A Good Night’s Sleep
The benefits, and risks, of sleep

CMS Payment Update
HHS ups hospital payments, while MedPAC seeks to limit extended care payments