The Value Analysis Job Plan
Robert T. Yokl, President/CEO, SVAH Solutions One of the missing elements in most healthcare organizations’ value analysis methodologies is a value analysis job plan, or as…
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Four Essential Productivity Tips for Value Analysis Practitioners
Robert T. Yok, President, SVAH Solutions No longer can value analysis practitioners just evaluate new products for their appropriateness, quality, and their safety features. VA…
Double-Barrel Approach to Value Analysis
Cutting Costs and Waste While Also Improving Quality The late and great comedian, Rodney Dangerfield, always talked about not getting any respect in his daily…
Before, During, and After the Value Analysis Study
Why it is important that utilization management works in concert with a strong VA program When we engage with a value analysis committee or team,…
Navigating Uncharted Waters of Supply Utilization Management
Traditionally, the Healthcare Supply Chain saving game has been greatly influenced by the “price” savings opportunities offered by group purchasing contracts, standardization, and capitation. Unfortunately,…