HealthLeaders CFO Exchange: 3 Big Ideas

Hospital and health system CFOs discuss the most pressing developments associated with the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.

Healthcare organizations have faced both critical issues and growth opportunities as a result of the pandemic, requiring executives to balance the need for short-term action and long-term vision. During the crisis, financial leaders have been particularly focusing on telehealth services, workforce management, and investment acceleration. The Aug. 6, 2020 HealthLeaders CFO Exchange brought together executives to share how healthcare finance has changed during the coronavirus pandemic.

Fast Takeaways:

• One of the positive things emerging from the pandemic has been the popularity of telehealth. Yet healthcare CFOs are still examining the financial aspect of the service.
• Healthcare organizations that kept their workforce intact through the outbreak saw employee engagement rise as pre-COVID patient volumes returned.
• CFOs emphasized the importance of accelerating investments in crucial areas of the enterprise.