Blogs

Two Pennsylvania-based health systems sign a definitive merger agreement, and Ascension is hit by a ransomware attack. read more

By embracing a proactive approach to care management, prioritizing the patient experience, leveraging technology and incorporating value-based care concepts, providers can become indispensable partne... read more

By addressing variation and exploring the unique characteristics of each product, you can achieve managed outcomes, reduced complications, streamlined workflows and cost savings, says Vizient’s Trish... read more

With hundreds of competing priorities, hospital executive teams must focus on something they that they know they can spend time on and get real results from. An intense focus on improving length of s... read more

Sustainable procurement in clinical labs remains in its infancy — but we can, and should, harness the potential of environmental stewardship to evolve current laboratory practices. Vizient’s Mellissa... read more

Ligature risk mitigation requires collaboration among stakeholders and adherence to best practices, including comprehensive risk assessments, implementing design solutions, staff training, and ongoin... read more

To ensure patient safety, water quality is key. And there are four main strategies that can help achieve that goal: regular water quality testing, water treatment and technologies, equipment maintena... read more

Vizient’s Tammy Williams shares recommendations on how healthcare organizations can improve patient safety with timely response to clinical deterioration. read more

Change Healthcare’s systems go down after a cyberattack, and UnitedHealth Group faces a federal antitrust probe. read more

Trauma-informed care can be a successful strategy for healthcare organizations to prevent violence by integrating person-centered strategies that prioritize safety, minimize triggers and promote empa... read more