In this course, we have covered two books, multiple articles, and multiple assig

In this course, we have covered two books, multiple articles, and multiple assignments about understanding the various components needed to lead an organizational change effort successfully. Given your new knowledge and your experience in the class, answer the following questions in your journal:
How prepared are you to be part of a change effort in an organization? How will you be able to add value to that effort?
How prepared are you to be in a position of leadership in a change effort in an organization?
What are your final reflections on this class?
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Reflect on your learning from the course and identify what you consider to be th

Reflect on your learning from the course and identify what you consider to be the 10 most critical learning points for leaders to know about what is required to lead organizational change efforts effectively. To do this effectively, answer the question: What must any leader know in order to lead an organizational change effort effectively?
Post these learning points in the discussion topic by Thursday, and then review and discuss the learning points of other members of the class. Respond individually to at least two other classmates’ posts and compare their list with your own list.
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 According to the text, a significant amount of revenue that the health care in

 According to the text, a significant amount of revenue that the health care industry generates can be linked directly to the care that physicians provide for their patients. In addition, physicians in a medical practice add to this revenue stream by admitting patients to a hospital, prescribing prescription medication, ordering home health services and medical equipment, and referring their patients to other health care providers for care and treatment. 
 This is Part 3 in the development of the operations plan to guide you in managing the practice and leading the staff. 
Develop Part 3 of your operations plan. It should be 3-4 pages and include at least two quality academic resources in which you:
Explain what you need to know about accounting and budgeting as a practice leader.
Compare the two levels of financial benchmarking (i.e., internal comparison and external comparison), and explain the strategic purpose and importance of benchmarking as a financial tool for a medical practice.
Explain the role telehealth and telemedicine services have in medical group practices and how they affect patient care safety and quality. Support your response.
Recommend a health information technology (HIT) system that includes an electronic health record (EHR) for the new practice to implement, and include three main benefits of having the HIT system.
Propose a strategy to mitigate the impact of a specific hazardous risk associated with one of the risk categories; property (general liability and safety), technology, or financial practices could have on the practice. Support your proposal with a real-life example.

Define outpatient care. What are several key changes that have been instrumental

Define outpatient care. What are several key changes that have been instrumental in shifting the balance between inpatient and outpatient services?  How do outpatient services support the continuity of care in the delivery of health services? Why is it important for hospital administrators to regard outpatient care as a key component of their overall business strategy?

Discuss the key themes discovered among the profiles of the healthcare admini

Discuss the key themes discovered among the profiles of the healthcare administrators/managers.
Evaluate the growth/changes described in healthcare management. What will be the impact on the health system (both direct and non-direct) of these changes?

 While in the later adulthood age, social problems such as substance abuse, crim

 While in the later adulthood age, social problems such as substance abuse, crime and elder abuse may be encountered. What experiences has someone that you know in this age group had? What has the impact been upon them? What laws or policy changes may address these issues? 

 While in the later adulthood age, social problems such as substance abuse, crim

 While in the later adulthood age, social problems such as substance abuse, crime and elder abuse may be encountered. What experiences has someone that you know in this age group had? What has the impact been upon them? What laws or policy changes may address these issues? 

 On a local, state, and federal level, programs and services are available for t

 On a local, state, and federal level, programs and services are available for those in later adulthood. What supports are available in your local community for individuals 65 years of age and above? Do you see any gaps in services? Given we are now living longer, do you believe the current array of resources is adequate to meet the growing need of those in this age group? 

 Burnout and compassion fatigue are common concerns in the helping professions t

 Burnout and compassion fatigue are common concerns in the helping professions that can be tied to a number of factors. Think about working in this field—this can include past or present experiences—and discuss the environmental issues that can cause burnout or compassion fatigue (i.e., managerial style, culture/climate, physical environment, client issues, colleagues, etc.). After explaining the challenges of 2-3 factors, make some suggestions to improve those factors, the organizational climate, and ultimately reduce the likelihood of burnout or compassion fatigue.