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Demystify healthcare acronyms with our healthcare jargon dictionary

With this user-friendly resource explaining over 100 terms, you'll never have to worry about not understanding the difference between an HIE and an HIX.

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3 ways consumer preferences are driving healthcare facility design

As consumer care preferences continue to evolve, healthcare facility design must adapt. Discover strategies to stay competitive in the changing healthcare landscape.

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Medical oncology clinic benchmarks: Key insights from Advisory Board surveys

Get a comprehensive view of medical oncology clinic benchmarks in this report. Learn from the 18 medical oncology clinic administrators who participated in Advisory Board's oncology benchmarking surveys — and find out how to optimize staffing, improve throughput, and drive patient volumes.

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Radiation therapy facility benchmarks: Key insights from Advisory Board surveys

Get a comprehensive view of radiation therapy facility benchmarks in this report. Learn from the 26 radiation therapy facility administrators who participated in Advisory Board's oncology benchmarking surveys — and find out how to optimize staffing, improve throughput, and drive patient volumes.

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Infusion center benchmarks: Key insights from Advisory Board surveys

Get a comprehensive view of infusion center benchmarks in this report. Learn from the 36 infusion center administrators who participated in Advisory Board's oncology benchmarking surveys — and find out how to optimize staffing, improve throughput, and drive patient volumes.

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The $50 billion shift: Services at risk of shifting out of the hospital

We analyzed claims and interviewed experts to determine which services are most likely to shift from hospitals to freestanding settings in the next decade. Download this report for an analysis of key outpatient services likely to shift from hospitals, including volume and revenue projections, and scenarios that planners can use to calculate potential shift impact at their organizations.

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The life sciences leader’s guide to today’s top cardiovascular trends

Stay ahead of the curve in cardiovascular care with our guide to today's top trends. From the rise of ambulatory sites to the influence of private equity, find out how these factors are shaping the industry and impacting your customers — and get three strategies to guide your response.

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4 takeaways from our updated provider volume forecast

Outpatient shift, population aging, and more — see the most important takeaways from our 2023 to 2033 volume forecasts for inpatient and outpatient care.

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Your 2-step framework for assessing your community’s physician need

Planning your physician strategy can be challenging in the face of workforce shortages, a demographic shift, and changing consumer needs. Use this two-step framework to assess and anticipate clinician supply needs, ensuring you have the right physicians in place to meet the demands of your community.

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6 insights on the medical group landscape for 2024

Advisory Board's physician and medical group research team outlined the six biggest insights for medical groups and providers heading into 2024. Get the strategies needed for growth and survival, and find out what you should keep your eye on.

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3 ways to strategically deploy APPs in primary care

Advanced practice providers (APPs) are on track to outnumber physicians in primary care across the United States. Discover three distinct strategies for deploying APPs to increase access to primary care in rural markets, improve chronic disease management, and test the viability of new business ideas.

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How 17 procedures are shifting to outpatient delivery in over 20 countries

The proportion of procedures delivered on a same-day basis is increasing around the world, but wide variation still exists between countries. Explore the site-of-care data on 17 key procedures in over 20 countries. Use this information to benchmark your own rates, incorporate the data into your clinical services plans, and identify which countries to look to for emerging clinical evidence.

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Site-of-care shifts 2024: Inside the latest trends and data

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest findings on site-of-care shifts and their implications for health systems. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of procedure outpatient shifts, geographic variations, and changes in care delivery, equipping you with the knowledge to make informed decisions and drive success in your market.

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Site-of-care shifts: Healthcare’s $50B opportunity

The healthcare industry is undergoing a monumental site-of-care shift, representing a $50 billion opportunity. Discover how site-of-care shifts are impacting high-revenue procedures and explore strategies that will help your organization secure a competitive advantage.

Expert Insight

Simplify your claims analysis with Advisory Board’s Outpatient Grouper

Unlock the potential of your outpatient claims data with Advisory Board's Outpatient Grouper. With over 20,000 procedure codes condensed into 1,400 distinct groups, discover how this tool can streamline your claims analysis and improve decision-making.

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Your guides to volume growth in 6 key service lines

Discover the key drivers, volume forecasts, and strategic imperatives for service line growth in 2024 — and beyond. Our resources provide volume outlooks for six key service lines, helping you shape your growth strategy in an ever-evolving healthcare landscape.

Expert Insight

4 takeaways from our updated provider volume forecast

Outpatient shift, population aging, and more — see the most important takeaways from our 2023 to 2033 volume forecasts for inpatient and outpatient care.

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Hospitals' top strategic priorities — and what they mean for development leaders

As hospitals adapt their strategic priorities for 2024, development leaders need to understand how these changes will shape their fundraising efforts. Learn about strategic planners' most important priorities for 2024, including improving clinical efficiency and addressing social determinants of health, and how they will impact philanthropy.

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4 trends influencing health system facility planning in 2024 — and beyond

Health systems are facing new challenges when it comes to facility planning. Learn about the four trends impacting health system facility strategy based on the findings of Advisory Board's strategic planning survey. From addressing margin struggles to prioritizing efficiency and quality, learn how facility planners can adapt to these trends to drive success.

Expert Insight

3 ways consumer preferences are driving healthcare facility design

As consumer care preferences continue to evolve, healthcare facility design must adapt. Learn how outpatient facilities, virtual care, and mental health and wellness services are shaping the future of facility planning — and discover strategies to stay competitive in the changing healthcare landscape.

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How healthy is your structural heart program?

Is your structural heart program prepared for the projected 21% growth in demand for procedures? This infographic provides a framework to assess your program's current state and prioritize investments across four key areas. Discover where you need to focus to stay competitive in the evolving landscape of structural heart care.

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Health Care Facility Quickview Map

Get a quick overview of healthcare facilities in the United States with our Health Care Facility Quickview Map.

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Facility Outlook Series

Learn about the future of non-hospital healthcare facilities, including their outlook, market trends, and likely investors.

Decision Guide

How a ‘build as a last resort’ approach can minimize facility costs

Learn how to repurpose existing community space for healthcare delivery with a three-step "build as a last resort" framework that minimizes facility costs.

Decision Guide

Your checklist for reopening offices to administrative staff

Use this checklist to identify and address outstanding items so that when your region starts a gradual return, your office is ready.

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Facility planning trends

Learn the 4 trends influencing health system facility planning

Demystify healthcare acronyms with our healthcare jargon dictionary

3 ways consumer preferences are driving healthcare facility design

Medical oncology clinic benchmarks: Key insights from Advisory Board surveys

Radiation therapy facility benchmarks: Key insights from Advisory Board surveys

Infusion center benchmarks: Key insights from Advisory Board surveys

The $50 billion shift: Services at risk of shifting out of the hospital

The life sciences leader’s guide to today’s top cardiovascular trends

4 takeaways from our updated provider volume forecast

Your 2-step framework for assessing your community’s physician need

6 insights on the medical group landscape for 2024

3 ways to strategically deploy APPs in primary care

How 17 procedures are shifting to outpatient delivery in over 20 countries

Site-of-care shifts 2024: Inside the latest trends and data

Site-of-care shifts: Healthcare’s $50B opportunity

Simplify your claims analysis with Advisory Board’s Outpatient Grouper

Your guides to volume growth in 6 key service lines

4 takeaways from our updated provider volume forecast

Hospitals' top strategic priorities — and what they mean for development leaders

4 trends influencing health system facility planning in 2024 — and beyond

3 ways consumer preferences are driving healthcare facility design

How healthy is your structural heart program?

Health Care Facility Quickview Map

Facility Outlook Series

How a ‘build as a last resort’ approach can minimize facility costs

Your checklist for reopening offices to administrative staff

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Sebastian Beckmann

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