Michelle Culp

As a leader in Healthcare Staffing, you might think your efficiency (as far as credentialing goes) is as good as it's ever going to get. At PSG, we *humbly* advise leaders to take another look. Partnering with 8/10 top Healthcare Staffing companies over the past 15 years has shown us that even the most optimized process isn't as cost-effective as it could be without a global partner. Check out the latest in six-figure savings in credentialing with PSG here: https://hubs.ly/Q02FrNbD0 #TalentAcquisition #HealthcareStaffing #Staffing #RPO

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Reducing nurse labor costs while maintaining high-quality patient care is a critical challenge. Optimized scheduling doesn’t just save costs - it leads to better work-life balance for nurses, reduces burnout, and ultimately improves patient outcomes. By leveraging data-driven insights and creating a supportive environment, healthcare organizations can manage costs effectively while ensuring their staff feel valued and supported. #HealthcareLeadership #LaborCosts #WorkforceOptimization #Nursing https://lnkd.in/gtsy55J5

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💡💡Great insights from our #MDaudit #2023Benchmarkingreport Case accuracy in professional and hospital billing present significant revenue opportunities.... With national staffing shortages impacting the field of healthcare; technology, automation, and analytics have become important catalysts for billing compliance departments as leaders look to increase productivity despite fewer staff members. Operational efficiency and coding accuracy become key drivers for financial effectiveness. Billing compliance teams are doubling down on auditing coders and tracking case accuracy rates for E&M and procedure services across professional and hospital billing. As you will see in subsequent pages, a single percentage increase in accuracy rates will mean cleaner claims during initial submission and in turn millions of dollars in reimbursement in a timely manner. 1. Case accuracy describes the accuracy of the total claims being audited 2. Code accuracy describes the accuracy of codes (E&M, CPT/HCPCS or DRG) in the claims being audited

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As hospitals navigate the complexities of financial recovery, many struggle to achieve positive margins. The recent article from Becker’s Hospital Review highlights the uneven rebound in hospital margins, with some facilities left behind. A strategic clinical workforce solution can be a game-changer in this landscape. Hospitals can drive positive margins and secure their financial health by optimizing staffing, controlling costs, and improving patient care. Explore how the right workforce solution can help your facility thrive in these challenging times. Read the full article and consider how a tailored staffing approach can significantly impact the situation. #Healthcare #HospitalManagement #ClinicalWorkforce #FinancialHealth #BeckersHospitalReview https://lnkd.in/gbfvqYCT

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Contingent workforce management is key to unlocking a total workforce strategy for payor healthcare. Learn how in this article: https://w.day/3X7Hbio

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Among the many ethical challenges CDI professionals face is pressure to make their organizations and/or providers look better on paper, through elimination of diagnoses that might trigger a patient safety indicator (PSI) or other quality measure. In some organizations the pressure to improve quality scores is stronger than CC/MCC/HCC capture. But there is a compliant way to do the work. Review your denominator exclusions, query when appropriate, and get them documented. Doing so removes these patients appropriately from the measure. This work is critical for the new CMS quality measure, Thirty-day Risk-Standardized Death Rate among Surgical Inpatients with Complications (Failure-to-Rescue), recently introduced in the FY 2025 IPPS final rule. The Failure to Rescue measure is defined as the percentage of surgical inpatients who experienced a complication and then died within 30-days from the date of their first OR procedure. Failure-to-rescue is defined as the probability of death given a postoperative complication. This measure is publicly reported, meaning that anyone with access to a computer will see how many surgical inpatients with complications passed away within 30 days of their procedure at a given hospital. Weighty stuff, and not a good look if you’re performing pooly. But the good news is, all the reporting details are freely accessible, down to the very ICD-10-CM codes that move patients out of the denominator. Following are the broad category exclusions: ·     Cardiac Event ·     Congestive Heart Failure ·     Hypotension/Shock/Hypovolemia ·     Pulmonary Embolus/Deep Vein Thrombosis/Phlebitis ·     Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA)/TIA ·     Coma ·     Seizure ·     Delirium/Psychosis ·     Nervous System Complications ·     Pneumonia/Pneumonitis  ·     Pneumothorax/Effusion ·     Respiratory Compromise/Bronchospasm  ·     Internal Organ Damage/Perforation  ·     Peritonitis ·     GI bleed and blood loss ·     Sepsis ·     Deep wound infection or wound complication ·     Renal dysfunction ·     Gangrene/amputation ·     Intestinal obstruction/ischemia ·     Retained foreign body ·     Pressure injury ·     Orthopedic complication ·     Hepatitis or jaundice ·     Pancreatitis ·     Necrosis of bone (thermal or aseptic) ·     Osteomyelitis ·     Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) ·     Pyelonephritis ·     Postprocedural/Transfusion Complication These must be reported as present on admission and match the listed ICD-10-CM exclusion codes. See link below for complete details. Other examples of ICD-10-CM codes resulting in exclusion from the measure include Z66: Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) status, and Z51.5: Encounter for palliative care. This measure is risk adjusted too, with age, comorbidities, or preoperative ‘do not resuscitate’ orders impacting reporting. In general, the accuracy of a patient’s comorbidities with supporting documentation allows appropriate coding of the patient’s complexities.

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Staffing agencies face a multifaceted array of challenges when placing nurses in today's market. From dealing with shortages and high turnover rates to navigating the complexities of credentialing and compliance, these agencies must adopt strategic and innovative approaches to succeed. By understanding and addressing these challenges, staffing agencies can better serve both healthcare facilities and nursing professionals, ultimately contributing to improved patient care and outcomes.

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A physician #recruitment playbook is a guide your team can use to effectively deploy best practices. Helping them achieve success when #recruiting and retaining physicians who fit in with your organization’s mission and values. Download it here: #recruitment #recruit #recruiting #recruitingsoftware #recruitmentplatform #healthcarerecruitment #healthcarerecruiter #physicianrecruitment #recruitmenttechnology #recruitmentstrategy #recruitmentprocess

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As we enter Q3, financial worries and workforce challenges remain the top concerns for hospital leadership. With rising costs for staff at the top of the list, followed by operating costs and revenue cycle management - these concerns continue to plague hospital leadership for the third consecutive year. Hospitals can start eliminating recruitment waste by utilizing a workforce management platform that helps optimize the sourcing, hiring, and onboarding process - ultimately resulting in increased operational efficiency and reduced costs. https://hubs.ly/Q02H7CHT0

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Healthcare Executives: Are You Getting the Full Picture? Do you happen to have a protocol in place with your staffing solution to regularly survey your internal end users about the program's success? While data and reporting are vital, executives often focus solely on these reports without truly engaging with the people involved in the day-to-day process. Understanding the firsthand experiences and insights of your staff can provide invaluable perspectives that a report alone may not capture. Ensure your staffing solutions are not just efficient on paper but effective in practice. #MedPro #HealthcareLeadership #StaffingSolutions #EmployeeEngagement #ContinousImprovement

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The 2025 ACDIS Pocket Guide offers the latest information CDI professionals need to know https://hubs.la/Q02WVFdd0 including: 🔎Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 guidelines 🔎AHA 2024 Coding Clinic guidance 🔎New provider tips from James Manz, MD, CCDS-O of Mayo Clinic 🔎Updated critical thinking tips, treatment protocols, and diagnostic criteria 🔎The latest updates related to social determinants of health 🔎The inclusion of 75+ conditions 🔎And more!

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Did you miss the Internal Resource Pool Technology Best Practices Webinar? Utilizing your internal resources effectively and with the caregiver experience in mind can offer numerous benefits to hospitals. Resource pools can help with cost savings, improve patient care, and create work-life balance for staff. The right technology is critical to the success of a float pool. This webinar focuses on your Internal Resource Pool journey and what to look for when evaluating and implementing IRP technology solutions. Are you ready to implement a float pool? Are you looking to start a float pool? I am ready to share the technology and best practices with you. #InternalResourcePool #HealthcareTechnology #Webinar #ITS #IntellifyTalentSolutions #InternalTravelAgency #PerDiem #Nursesrock #Talent #TheRightTechnololgy #CaregiverExperience

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Take a listen to Becker's Healthcare podcast that tackles the critical issue of healthcare staffing shortages with Scott Polenz, Principal Consultant at CHG Healthcare. Scott dives into the root causes of these shortages, explores strategies for boosting provider retention, and discusses the trend of consolidating physician services within health systems. #CHG #Staffingshortage #hospials #HCO #PhysicianRecruitment

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Financial Stability in the Face of Staffing Challenges Hospital CFOs are grappling with a significant issue: maintaining financial stability while managing escalating staffing costs. The latest discussions have pinpointed several pressing concerns: Labor Costs: Rising wages and benefits for clinical staff. Retention: High turnover rates impacting budget predictability. Cost-Effective Staffing: Balancing internal, per diem, and international hires to optimize costs without compromising care quality. Technology Investments: Allocating funds for new staffing technologies that promise long-term savings but require upfront investment. As we tackle these financial hurdles, it's crucial to find innovative solutions that not only manage costs but also enhance patient care and staff satisfaction. How is your organization navigating these challenges? #HealthcareFinance #CFOChallenges #HospitalManagement #StaffingSolutions #FinancialStability #MedPro

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Preparing for New CMS Staffing Rules With new CMS staffing rules on the horizon, nursing homes must adapt and ensure compliance while maintaining quality care proactively. Here are some steps to prepare: Evaluate Current Staffing Levels: Conduct a thorough assessment of your current staffing to identify gaps and areas for improvement. Enhance Recruitment Efforts: Leverage various recruitment channels to attract qualified staff. Consider an RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) solution for a cost-effective and efficient approach. Invest in Training and Development: Provide ongoing training to ensure your staff is well-equipped to meet the new standards. Optimize Workforce Management: Implement strategies to enhance staff scheduling and utilization, balancing workloads effectively. Focus on Retention: Create a positive work environment to retain your top talent and reduce turnover rates. Explore International Staffing Options: Including foreign-trained clinicians in your staffing strategy can provide a long-term solution to stabilize your workforce. Preparing now not only ensures compliance but also enhances the quality of care for your residents. Let's work together to navigate these changes smoothly and cost-effectively! What steps are you taking to get ready for the new rules? #Healthcare #NursingHomes #CMS #StaffingSolutions #WorkforceManagement #QualityCare #CostEffectiveStrategies

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