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Scrutinizing the Community Benefit (and Harm) of Non-Profit Hospital Billing Practices
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In a recent article, we raised the question of whether nonprofit hospitals are effectively “earning” their privileged tax status by returning a community benefit greater than, or at least equal to, the cost of their deferred taxes. We also discussed how the Affordable Care Act provided essential tools, the Community Health Needs Assessment and the […]
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Today’s Revolutionary Idea: Communities Should Benefit From Community Benefit (And How The Community Health Needs Assessment Can Point Hospitals In The Right Direction)
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The community hospital – frequently a nonprofit organization organized around community service, charity care, and serving the poor in multiple capacities – has been a cornerstone of our health system. Today, the majority of the 6,219 hospitals across the United States (2,978 or 57%) are nonprofit. As a nonprofit, this means that they do not pay certain local, state, and federal taxes, such as property and income taxes. This exemption is not insignificant: in 2020 alone, it amounted to $28 billion.
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Embracing the Shift: Adjusting to the New Normal in the Era of Covid-19
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Many of us are still coping with the processes involved with this adaptation and the changes that have occurred over the last few years. As the long-term effects of the pandemic are still unraveling, it’s hard to define when and how exactly things may solidify in this altered paradigm and how much of an impact all of this will have on us in the future.
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North Carolina’s Plan to Address the Mental Health and Substance Use Crisis
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NC Governor announces $1B investment in behavioral health and resilience services to transform mental health and substance abuse services, focusing on building stronger crisis support systems, increasing access to care, and using data/technology for better health outcomes. The plan also includes measures to expand telehealth services, improve school care, and enhance the quality of life.
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The Current Mental Health Landscape in America
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Media saturation has caused stress and uneasiness for many people. Social media is now a primary news source, providing instant access to events that are hard to escape. There aren’t a lot of opportunities to “unplug” from the stressors that accompany life and unprecedented events. This constant engagement can amplify anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions.
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Addressing the Shift from Traditional to Digital Mental Healthcare Services
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How we deliver healthcare is rapidly evolving, the use of telehealth and mHealth applications in behavioral health interventions and management is one example where technology innovations provide at least partial solutions to critical deficits in our healthcare network.
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Standing with Ukraine – A Personal Reflection
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This week, we reflect on the war Russia brought to Ukraine and what standing with Ukraine means to us.
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Invest in this One Online Design Tool to Level Up Your Organization’s Visual Game
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Audiences today demand engaging, high-quality visual content. And with messages coming at consumers from every direction, it’s more important than ever that your images stand out! Here’s how.
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Yesterday’s Violence in Washington, D.C.
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Yesterday, on January 6, 2021, the United States Capitol was attacked by supporters of President Trump and it was unacceptable. Today we decide to be better. Read our a message from our team on yesterday’s violence in Washington, D.C.
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Marketing for Your Small Business 101
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You know your business does great things. You know you need marketing to tell others about those great things. But where the heck do you start?! We’ve got some ideas
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Telehealth Series #4: Temporary Flexibilities in Telehealth Regulation: A Green Light to Adoption
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In healthcare, there are (almost always) going to be more questions than answers. Every so often there is an issue where the solution is transparent and compelling. However, telehealth is an example that falls into the more questions than answers category.
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Nonprofits: How Not to Be Spooked by SEO
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When it comes to nonprofit marketing and communications, the thing we hear most is “There are so many different channels and tactics…I don’t know where to start!” Here’s what we know.
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Telehealth Series #3: A Totally Unbiased and Impartial Assessment of Barriers to Telehealth Adoption in the United States
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We present this article to advise patients, providers, payers, and other stakeholders on the barriers to telehealth adoption and to inform a contextual understanding of the issues that can be leveraged to advocate for change with the respective federal and state authorities.
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Thank You, Justice Ginsburg
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We all need heroes. Heroes that embody our highest ideals and inspire us. Heroes who rise to the occasion when faced with challenging circumstances. For many, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was that hero. This is our thank you.
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New Rules for Hospital Pricing Transparency: What They Mean for Healthcare Systems and Consumers
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When insurers don’t cover the cost of out-of-network care, the patient is “balance billed” the difference between the total cost of services being charged and the amount the insurer pays.
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When It Comes To COVID, What Exactly Is Liability Protection?
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The corporate immunity proposal introduced in the Senate by Texas Senator John Cornyn as part of the HEALS package would make it nearly impossible for individuals to hold corporations accountable for cutting corners on safety precautions. Here’s what it would do.
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6 Tips for Hosting Effective Virtual Meetings (From a Firm That’s Built on Them)
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In the era of virtual work with teams spread out worldwide, knowing how to make the most of these virtual meetings is more important than ever.
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COVID 3.5, CARES 2, and What Comes Next
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On April 21 and 23, the United States and Senate and House of Representatives approved the latest coronavirus relief package, respectively. Here’s more on what’s in it and what to expect next.
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Fund Development A to Z: Lingo Matters
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When you hear Fund Development, it probably invokes a series of thoughts, a broad spectrum of ideas that make up what it is and what it means. Whether you’re a seasoned fundraiser, new to organizational fundraising, or an experienced organizational leader, it’s essential to understand the lingo to lead authentically and with authority.
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Working From Home: Tips & Tools from Our All Virtual Team
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Across the country, workers who have never had the option to work from home are going remote. With that new shift, people everywhere are trying to find their new normal.
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Why Your Nonprofit Should Focus on the Power of Instagram Stories in 2020
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If you’re like many nonprofits with limited staff or resources you may be wondering how you can make Instagram Stories work for your organization. So today, we’re covering five ways you can get started with Stories!
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Brand Consistency and 3 Small Things Your Organization Can Do to Establish (or Improve) Yours Before Close of Business Today
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The more uniform, consistent, and steady your messaging and flow of content, the stronger your brand will be. And whether your goal is selling a product or raising money for a cause, you need a solid brand to do it.
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Four Ways Your Nonprofit Should Be Using Text Messaging to Succeed
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What if I told you that there was a more effective way than email to raise awareness for your mission, get volunteers, and raise money with open rates of 98 percent and click rates around 19 percent?
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FCC Seeks Comment on $100M Connected Care Pilot Program Approved in Support of Expanding Telehealth Adoption
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This article summarizes some of the key programmatic elements that health care providers, associations, and other stakeholders are being asked to provide comment on by the FCC.
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Why Should Nonprofits Use LinkedIn?
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Most nonprofits and businesses know that to achieve their marketing goals, they must harness the power of social media. But with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and more, it’s not always easy to know where to focus efforts when limited time and resources exist.