A Shift in Hospital-Payer ‘Power Dynamics’
As reimbursement pressures mount + admin burdens grow, hospitals + health systems are adopting a firmer stance in negotiations with payers. … Read More
April 8, 2025
Prior Authorization Reform Falls Short Amid Public Frustrations
It’s widely acknowledged that prior authorization tends to disproportionately impact the sickest people who need the most expensive care. … Read More
April 4, 2025
When a Chair Flies: How Violence Against Healthcare Workers Affects Your Care
Violence against healthcare staff harms the entire system you rely on. By staying mindful, you keep the focus on healing where it belongs. … Read More
April 2, 2025
Sickest Patients Face Insurance Denials Despite Policy Fixes: “They Won’t Help Me”
Despite recent attempts by health insurance companies to ease the burden for patients and doctors, some tactics have met skepticism. … Read More
March 31, 2025
‘They Won’t Help Me’: Sickest Patients Face Insurance Denials Despite Policy Fixes
Some insurers’ efforts to improve prior authorization practices aren’t as helpful as they would seem, says Judson Ivy. … Read More
March 31, 2025
The Chair You Never Saw Coming: Violence Against Frontline Workers
Workplace violence in healthcare is an escalating concern that deeply affects staff, patients and the quality of care provided. … Read More
March 29, 2025
Becker’s CFO + Revenue Cycle Podcast
Our VP of Payer Strategy discusses managed care contracting + strategies for hospitals to optimize negotiations + improve financial outcomes. … Read More
March 27, 2025
Ensemble Announces Strategic Revenue Cycle Partnership with Hospital Sisters Health System
Ensemble has been selected by Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) as the system’s strategic end-to-end revenue cycle partner. … Read More
February 20, 2025
Payer Strategy Playbook: Reducing Friction to Restore Focus
Learn 8 key strategies to reduce friction between payers and providers in order to bring patient care back into focus. … Read More
February 6, 2025
Ensemble Receives Fifth Best in KLAS Designation for Delivering Frictionless Revenue Cycle and Exceptional Patient Experiences
Ensemble for the fifth time has been named Best in KLAS for end-to-end revenue cycle outsourcing for delivering a frictionless revenue cycle. … Read More
February 5, 2025