Healthcare reform

HR hospital execs see health reform changes throttling toward them, unsure how to prepare

A majority of human resource executives at U.S. hospitals and health care systems expect health care reform to hasten the transformation of the industry’s traditional business model, according to a new survey by Towers Watson. The survey also found that workforce issues, including shortages of primary care physicians, the need for a wider array of staff skills and new leadership models, will rise in importance as the industry grapples with this transformation.

Small business health care stuck on hold

When it comes to health care, small business owners aren't making any fast moves. Faced with higher premiums again in the year ahead, many business owners have found themselves in a holding pattern. They're concerned about the rising costs and the possible impact of health reform, but unsure about making any changes until they have more clarity or options.

CLASS dismissed

Arranging and financing long-term care is an issue everyone will face yet no one wants to talk about. However, following the Health Department's move to table the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act, planning for long-term care is becoming part of the national conversation – and that presents opportunities and challenges for employers.

Lisa V. Gillespie
By Lisa V. Gillespie
Writer

Biggest financial surprises of 2011

In every year, there are a host of surprises that come along like earthquakes: They are nearly impossible to predict. We can be thankful that more didn't go wrong with the global economy, although things could certainly go haywire next year. Check out four issues, including health care reform, that made the list.

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