Becker's Healthcare February 25, 2025
Health system CFOs are navigating a rapidly evolving financial landscape marked by rising labor costs, shifting payer dynamics and mounting regulatory pressures.
As hospitals adapt to an increasingly outpatient-focused care model, leaders must balance cost containment with strategic investments in artificial intelligence, automation and value-based care. Meanwhile, industry disruptors — ranging from private equity firms to new players — are reshaping competition and reimbursement structures.
In this challenging and competitive environment, CFOs are not just financial stewards but key architects of their health systems’ long-term sustainability. Here’s a look at the biggest trends shaping health system finances in 2025.
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