Blogs
As a leader in anesthesia management, we consider it our responsibility to stay up-to-date on the latest news and trends. Read our blogs below for relevant information geared toward healthcare professionals and patients.
7 Benefits of a Proactive Anesthesia Partner
December 15, 2021
The financial pressure on health systems nationwide has never been greater, and many hospital leaders are focused upon cutting costs to increase profit margins. However, those with a longer vision recognize more impactful results arise from a dual focus on spending less and generating more revenue. As the single largest contributor to hospitals’ revenue, operating...
Anesthesia: Pain Relief for Your COVID-19, OR Revenue Headaches
October 29, 2021
Each COVID-19 wave of cases, and each COVID-19 variant, has wrought tragic consequences, both clinical and financial. Healthcare organizations continue to reel from the first two waves as personnel shortages, emotional fatigue, and revenue scarcities linger. More recent Delta and Lambda variants appear poised to unleash another potent wave, despite the efforts of vaccine research...
Bridging the Gap in Anesthesia Care for Rural Hospitals
October 18, 2021
Rural hospitals are the cornerstone of thousands of communities and towns across the country. Not only do they provide vital healthcare services to nearly 20% of the population, but they are also an economic hub that benefits the community and surrounding businesses. Despite this, rural hospital closures have been increasing in recent years, with nearly...
Misdiagnosed: Rethinking Hospitals’ Financial Woes
September 30, 2021
Few hospital leaders escaped the budget devastation brought on by COVID-19. Now, as we emerge into a new era, many leaders feel pressure to cut costs in a well-intentioned attempt to mitigate financial losses. But, what if reducing expenses is not the most effective way to improve financial margins? What if a different course of...
Miguel Cervantes III, MD, FASA Appointed Anesthesia Medical Director at Washington Practice
November 11, 2020
Premier Anesthesia is excited to announce Miguel Cervantes III, MD, FASA, as our anesthesia medical director at Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland, Wash. As our anesthesia medical director, Dr. Cervantes will lead the practice in quality initiatives, strategic growth and performance improvement. Dr. Cervantes has been a member of the Premier Anesthesia team since...