Our Keys to a Program's Success

We must grasp the essential elements of Salient Hospitalist's success so that we know how to best prioritize our time, energy, and resources. The following represents our understanding of the keys to a successful hopsitalist program:

• Effective Medico-Administrative Leadership is essential
• There must be a clear statement of program purpose, standards, and success
• It is imperative that we recruit and retain the right physicians
• The MD compensation system must reward performance and align incentives
• The integrity of the Revenue Cycle is critical
• The measurable program outcomes must be routinely monitored and evaluated
• There must be dynamic and effective interaction among all Stakeholders