Healthcare Management Problems
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Demanding Patients
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With an abundance of medical plan and health care facility choices, patients do not have to settle for "second-best" treatment. Health care managers must ensure they meet patient expectations if they wish to stay competitive in their profession.
Profit
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Although hospitals and outpatient centers hope to reduce illness and improve client well-being, these institutions are also places of business that must continue turning a profit to stay open. Managers must often find a balance between providing outstanding care and reducing operating costs.
Avoiding Lawsuits
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Lawsuits that result from malpractice pose one area for revenue loss. It is a manager's job to see that such suits are avoided whenever possible -- or, at the very least, settled out of court for a minimal amount of money.
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