How some providers are stoking entrepreneurial fires to ensure healthy financials

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In an era of falling inpatient rates and value-based reimbursement, hospitals and health systems are seeking new ways to grow their revenue streams. For some, that has meant wearing an entrepreneurial hat and marketing home-grown solutions.

One example is the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, which two years ago created UPMC Enterprises to develop and commercialize novel technologies.

Merge ahead: Healthcare deals adapting as industry evolves

http://www.healthcaredive.com/news/merge-ahead-healthcare-deals-adapting-as-industry-evolves/418868/

There’s little doubt healthcare consolidation will continue as demand increases and the population ages. However, it remains to be seen whether the potential cost savings trickles down to consumers.

Potential Risks of Healthcare Joint Ventures Between Insurance Companies and Hospitals

Potential Risks of Healthcare Joint Ventures Between Insurance Companies and Hospitals

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