Preparing Hospitals for TEAM Bundled Payments and Operational Changes
Understanding TEAM Bundled Payments
TEAM (Transforming and Enhancing Access to Medical care) bundled payments are a new approach aimed at improving efficiency in healthcare services while enhancing patient care. These bundled payments require hospitals to collaborate effectively to ensure seamless care delivery and cost management.
Operational Changes Required
- Enhancing Care Coordination: Hospitals must focus on improved communication and coordination among healthcare providers.
- Training Staff: Staff must be trained comprehensively on the new processes and systems.
- Implementing Data Management Systems: Effective data systems must be put in place to track outcomes and expenses.
Navigating CMS Guidelines
With limited guidance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, hospitals must proactively develop methodologies to meet the challenges posed by TEAM payments. Engagement with stakeholders and continuous evaluation of operational workflows will become vital.
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