HealthIT Answers June 9, 2020
By Bruce Kennedy, VP of Provider Development, MobileSmith Health
Elective surgeries comprise 60% of hospital revenues, so that’s why hospitals and ASCs are looking to restart elective services—stat.
A rebound in COVID-19 cases as cities, regions and states open back up remains a possibility, which is why hospitals and ASCs should proceed slowly with the resumption of elective procedures. Hospitals and ASCs should also explore the use of mobile apps to increase communications with patients and employees as well as reduce no-shows and readmission rates.
Nearly three-quarters of same-day cancellations are attributable to inadequate patient preparation, and a modest improvement in the no-show rate can save facilities $199 per procedure or as much as $3M annually – based on the...
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