Healthcare Value Analysis and Utilization Management Magazine

The Value Curve: Cost vs. Value and Risk Assessment in Supply Chain Management

July 9, 2024 Robert Yokl Comments Off

We’ve all seen the four Value/Cost and Risk graph quadrants. They are used in decision-making to measure the source of truth within Supply Chain Management. Imagine a graph where the x-axis represents the cost, and […]

Featured Articles April 2024 – Healthcare Value Analysis & Utilization Management Magazine

April 10, 2024 Robert Yokl Comments Off

Just Released April 2024 Healthcare Value Analysis and Utilization Management Magazine Featured Articles Article Title/Link Article By: Link FEATURED – Value Analysis Leadership Interview: Leading by Example Laura Polson, BSN, RN-BC, CVAHP, System Director […]

Just Published – Healthcare Value Analysis & Utilization Management Magazine

April 6, 2024 Robert Yokl Comments Off

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5 Major Things I Learned from the Value Analysis School of Hard Knocks

April 2, 2024 Robert Yokl Comments Off

“I am glad I could share some of these valuable strategies with you that I had to learn through the value analysis school of hard knocks.” We have all dealt with the school of hard […]

4 Steps to Fast Track Hospital Savings In 2024 and Beyond

April 2, 2024 Robert Yokl Comments Off

“Below are a few strategies which my firm, SVAH Solutions, has been utilizing to identify hospital savings for our clients.” Many health systems throughout the country are feeling the financial pinch due to inflation, reduced […]

Establishing a Pathway to Professional Accountability for the Specialty of Healthcare Value Analysis

April 2, 2024 Robert Yokl Comments Off

“The value of professional accountability in the realm of healthcare value analysis cannot be overstated. It is a fundamental principle that guides Healthcare Value Analysis Leaders in their mission to balance cost, quality, and outcomes […]

Value Analysis Leadership Interview: Leading by Example

April 2, 2024 Robert Yokl Comments Off

“Today’s value analysis committees must be prepared to look beyond price parity, product utilization, and supply standardization on to clinical practice variation and facility contribution margins.” HVAUMM: Tell us a little about your background and […]

Placing the Focus on Clinical and Functional Requirements Instead of Pricing

April 2, 2024 Robert Yokl Comments Off

In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, the procurement of medical products and devices stands at a critical juncture where decisions can significantly impact patient care and overall healthcare efficiency. While cost considerations often take center stage, […]

Automate to Innovate Your Value Analysis Program

April 2, 2024 Robert Yokl Comments Off

Most value analysis programs have a different level of maturity when it comes to automation. Too often, the use of spreadsheets is a substitute for real innovation because spreadsheets are easy to learn and use. […]

Savings Beyond Price – You Control the Faucet with Consumption Management

April 2, 2024 Robert Yokl Comments Off

“Consumption management is an opportunity to fine tune contracting, vendor service levels, and clinicians’ use patterns to best practice levels.” Where to Find an Abundance of Savings Opportunities Beyond Price in These Inflationary Times Let’s […]

Value Analysis is Not Just About Value Analysis

April 2, 2024 Robert Yokl Comments Off

Most seasoned value analysis professionals have come to the realization that value analysis is not just about value analysis in our healthcare systems. Value analysis is becoming very popular, and I would even go so […]

Featured Articles Fall/Winter 2023 – Healthcare Value Analysis & Utilization Management Magazine

December 4, 2023 Robert Yokl Comments Off

Just Released Fall/Winter 2023 Healthcare Value Analysis and Utilization Management Magazine Featured Articles Article Title/Link Article By: Link FEATURED – Innovative Needle-Free Device Drives Evolution in Standard of Care for Inpatient Blood Draws Joy Selchow, […]

Just Published – Healthcare Value Analysis & Utilization Management Magazine

November 30, 2023 Robert Yokl Comments Off

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