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Part 1: Components and Terminology 101 This series of short education sessions documents various aspects of the Revenue Cycle and how it impacts Supply Chain. The series details how disconnects between the charge master and item master can negatively affect charge services and revenue capture.

  Price: Member: $98.00 | Non-Member: $198.00 Continuing Education Credits (CECs): 2 hours

 

Now that the entire healthcare field is increasing its focus on value-based care, supply chain and physicians are working more closely together. Jarad Garshnick, AVP of Physician Advisors, HealthTrust discusses the top five areas that supply chain should consider when collaborating with physicians to reduce cost and clinical variations as they continue to improve outcomes. Presented by: Jarad Garshnick, AVP of Physician Advisors, HealthTrust Purchasing Group

In this three-part webcast, Howard Mann, Vice President, Supply Chain Management at Cardiovascular Care Group discusses the basics and relationship of Value Analysis and Value Based Purchasing to achieve high Cost, Quality and Outcomes success. Part one explains Value Based Purchasing and its effects on hospital reimbursement. Presented by: Howard Mann, Vice President, Supply Chain Management, Cardiovascular Care Group

Wellmont Health System in Tennessee has developed a scorecard to help supply chain executives convince even the toughest clinicians and hospital administrators to collaborate and drive down overall costs (while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety) by speaking their language: evidence. This webinar provides detail on how to use the DRG scorecard. An excel file of the scorecard is provided upon completion.

Health care costs continue to rise at an alarming rate, growing well ahead of inflation. In this webinar, we compare and contrast the education and training practices for supply chain professionals in each sector, the use of Collaborative Planning Forecasting and Replenishment (CPFR), and the use of actual usage data at the last leg of the supply chain as a means to enhance automated inventory control strategies.

A panel of health care industry leaders shares their insights and experiences in creating a best-practice supply chain that supports the intersection of cost, quality, and outcomes within their institutions.

 Price: Member: $765.00 | Non-Member: $950.00Continuing Education Credits (CECs): 20 hours (5 per module)

 Price: Member: $49.00 | Non-Member: $99.00Continuing Education Credits (CECs): 1 hour

Part 2: Components and Terminology 201 This series of short education sessions documents various aspects of the Revenue Cycle and how it impacts Supply Chain. The series details how disconnects between the charge master and item master can negatively affect charge services and revenue capture. Techniques on how to support and maintain best practices and revenue optimization are outlined through the successful demonstration of standardization and synchronization in supply chain and revenue cycle practices.

Continuing from Part 1, this short session updates supply chain professionals on the design and timing of the new small bore tubing connectors making their way into hospitals. Supply chain professionals across the country must be aware and take the necessary steps to begin transitioning universal connectors to the new unique enteral, and then unique neuraxial small bore connectors. Presenter: Thomas Hancock, Executive Director, GEDSA

As UDI capture and exchange becomes more prevalent across the healthcare ecosystem and as implantable device information is linked to patient outcomes there are a number of expected benefits to look at. Find out how UDI will improve patients safety and supply chain purchasing for years to come.

In this three-part webcast and podcast series, Howard Mann, Vice President, Supply Chain Management at Cardiovascular Care Group discusses the basics of value analysis and value based purchasing to achieve high Cost, Quality, and Outcomes. In part two, review the importance of value analysis and supply chain's involvement. Presented by: Howard Mann, Vice President, Supply Chain Management, Cardiovascular Care Group

This webcast discusses the team work involved in product value analysis and decision making using data-driven scorecards outlining Cost, Quality, and Outcomes. Presented by: Brent Petty, executive industry consultant, Lexmark International

AHRMM created this book for engaged and motivated supply chain leaders in the making. Within is information on where to begin and what to do while you're on the path to achieving your goal, how to take advantage of changes in the industry, as well as the skills you'll need to develop along the way. The purpose of this book is to help make the seemingly long journey to the C-Suite much less intimidating and ambiguous. And who better to give advice on earning an executive position than those who've already made the journey?

The CMRP Examination Review Guide provides an overview of the content tested based on the exam curriculum outline, including:Procurement and Product Value AnalysisInventory and Distribution ManagementInformation Systems and Data ManagementFinanceStrategic Planning, Leadership and ComplianceThe CMRP Examination Review Guide is available in print and eBook formats.

As hospitals restructure to gain sustainability in an era of reform, it is crucial for supply chain leaders to work collaboratively within health systems and identify new opportunities for cost reduction in areas that generate savings and improve outcomes. This webinar focuses on key lessons and best practices using case studies from leading hospitals and health care systems that have successfully aligned their supply chain and strategic vision.

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This manual is divided into four distinct units, which include: Materials Management Organization and Administration, Materials Management Functional Areas, Stewardship, and Information Management and Technology.