Recent Presentations/Publications
Attendee/reader comments:
"Awesome. Very informative. Mr. Hamburger's knowledge of the topic and ease of relaying the information to his audience was remarkable, given the difficult nature of the topic (particularly for laypersons)."
"That was an awesome webinar!!!!!! The guy is great at making confusing rules less confusing."
"Great webinar, loaded with information."
"Sheldon Hamburger was fabulous and presented information very easy for all to understand. Great job...Thanks Mr. Hamburger!"
Winter 2017: Clinical Variation: The Hidden Gem in Bundles
The real value proposition in bundles is the reduction in clinical variation - not reduction in post-acute spend.
MiraMed Focus Winter Edition 2017.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [4.6 MB]
November 14, 2016: The Future of Healthcare Financing
A panel presentation focused on emerging payment trends in healthcare to Louisiana ACHE.
September 20, 2016: Healthcare Trends for Angel Investors
A presentation focused on emerging trends in healthcare that affect the world of angel investing for ACA Life Sciences.
August 29, 2016: Using Technology to Improve Performance in CINs
A presentation focused on practical methods and challenges associated with designing a technology plan that support successful CINs. Presented at the 2016 Annual Conference of NCHICA.
June, 2016: Winner of Helen Yerger/L. Vann Seawell Best Article Award
I am proud to have been presented with this prestigious award from HFMA for best article-2015 entitled Implementing Post-Acute Networks to Support Your Bundled Payment Program.
April 20, 2016: Technology Considerations in Clinicially Integrated Networks
A presentation focused on practical methods and challenges associated with designing a technology plan that support successful CINs. Presented at the 2016 Annual Spring Conference of NCHIMSS.
April 18, 2016: Bundled Payment Symposium
A full-day symposium on bundled payments sponsored by the Louisiana Hospital Association.
April 7, 2016: Post-Acute Networks in Value-Based Programs
A presentation on the design, development, and operation of post-acute networks in new risk-based programs such as ACOs, bundled payments, and related models. Presented at the 2016 Managed Care Multi-State Meeting in Charleston, SC hosted by the Hospital Associations from the states of Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
March 8, 2016: Countdown to CJR: Are You Ready for April 1st?
A comprehensive overview of the new CJR program and the importance of being prepared today. Presented at the 2016 Revenue Cycle Forum hosted by the Georgia HFMA.
February 24, 2016: Developing and Operating Post-Acute Networks in Value-Based Programs
A webinar covering the latest "lessons learned" on implementating post-acute networks as part of a successful program such as an ACO, bundled payment model, or other risk-based program. Hosted by OrthoServiceLine.
Winter, 2016: The New CJR Program: Everything You Need (But May Not Want) to Know
Keys to success in other bundle programs can help providers plan for this new program.
mmgs_winter2016.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [4.6 MB]
December 10, 2015: Making CJR Work for You - A Roadmap for Successful Implementation of Medicare Bundles
A practical webinar on the new CJR program from CMS, its implications for hospitals, and what you should be doing right now. Hosted by OrthoServiceLine.
December 9, 2015: Post-Acute Networks in Bundled Payments
Second of a 2-part series webinar on bundled payments hosted by the North Carolina Hospital Association.
November 16, 2015: 90 Days to Bundled Payments
First of a 2-part series webinar on bundled payments hosted by the North Carolina Hospital Association.
November 12, 2015: Bundled Payment Workshop
2015 Healthcare Bundled Payment Congress
Phoenix, AZ
November 10, 2015: Bundled Payments Update: CJR
Webinar sponsored by Georgia HFMA
October 16, 2015: Presentation on Bundled Payment Implementation
Georgia HFMA in Augusta, GA
October 13, 2015: Developing A Post-Acute Network
Webinar sponsored by Nebraska Hospital Association, Massachusetts Hospital Association, Michigan Health and Hospital Association
September 10, 2015: The Role of Analytics in Bundled Payments
Webinar sponsored by Nebraska Hospital Association, Massachusetts Hospital Association, Michigan Health and Hospital Association
August 6, 2015: 90 Days to Bundled Payments
Webinar sponsored by Nebraska Hospital Association, Massachusetts Hospital Association, Michigan Health and Hospital Association
Keys to success in other bundle programs can help providers plan for this new program.
Tarheel News Summer 2015-Print lists, re[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [5.3 MB]
June 8, 2015: The Role of Analytics in Bundled Payments
NCHIMSS 2015 in Wilmington, NC
April 13, 2015: Moderator, session on ACO Learning Systems
HIMSS 2015 in Chicago, IL
March 9, 2015: The Use of Analytics in Bundled Payment Programs
NCHICA Thought Leader Forum on Informatics and Analytics, RTP, North Carolina
August 13, 2014: Revenue Cycle in The World of Commoditized Healthcare
Webinar sponsored by Arkansas Hospital Association
May 1, 2014: Revenue Cycle in The World of Commoditized Healthcare
NC HIMSS 2014 Spring Conference, Raleigh, NC
This presentation provides insight into the future of revenue cycle issues as healthcare services and products become more commoditized - a good thing if you're a patient - not so great if you're a provider unless you're prepared to respond to the challenge.
Revenue Cycle in the World of Commoditiz[...]
Microsoft Power Point presentation [13.5 MB]
The introduction of a bundled payment project into an organization presents many challenges particularly to the IT folks who bear significant responsibility to ensure the project's success.
Bundled Payments - The Impact on IT - Ap[...]
Microsoft Power Point presentation [451.2 KB]
eBooks
Bundled Payment Implementation Toolkit
Blogs
White Papers
This paper provides an introduction to health insurance marketplaces and the unique privacy and security challenges they face.
ACA_Requirement_HIM_Overview_Part 1.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [256.7 KB]
Articles
March 30, 2016: Designing and Implementing Post-Acute Networks for Bundled Payment Programs
Published in The MiraMed Focus
Winter, 2016, The New CJR Program: Everything You Need (But May Not Want) to Know
Published in The MiraMed Focus
hfm, October, 2015
A strategy for post-acute care is essential in a bundled payment program. Some elements for an optimal program include:
- A formal process for working with preferred providers
- Regular communication about performance and patient status
- Appointment of a care navigator as single point of contact to ensure consistency
Post-Acute Network Design - Hamburger - [...]
Adobe Acrobat document [138.9 KB]
January 19, 2016, The ABCs to XYZs of CCJR
An update of CMS' new mandated bundled program - CJR reflecting changes in the final rule.
September 14, 2015, The ABCs of CCJR
A basic overview of CMS' new mandated bundled program - CCJR (since renamed to CJR).
January 15, 2013, Bundled Payments: Challenges & Opportunities, Part 1
In the first part of a three part series on Bundled Payments, I provide an overview of the topic and why it's of interest to the healthcare industry.
February 19, 2013, Bundled Payments: Making It Real, Part 2
In the second installment of this series on Bundled Payments, I provide an outline of how to get started on a Bundled Payment project.
March 19, 2013, Bundled Payments: Today’s Marketplace, Part 3
In the final installment of this series on Bundled Payments, I provide the reader with some real world examples of organizations that have implemented successful programs.
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