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Impatient to Outpatient: The Revolution is Here

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Michael Sheeran from Rothman Orthopedics discusses the shift from inpatient to outpatient care as an evolution focused on patient safety, quality, and value. He highlights cost reduction, patient convenience, and pressure from payers and employers as key drivers. Sheeran emphasizes choosing the right patient, procedure, facility, and timing, noting significant consolidation among health systems, orthopedic groups, and payers like Optum. State-specific regulations cause challenges, and he calls for increased transparency in quality and service. While supportive of competition, he warns against compromising care quality in a price-driven market. The transition is ongoing and must be approached thoughtfully.

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Michael Sheerin, MSW, MBA

Keywords

inpatient to outpatient care

patient safety and quality

cost reduction

healthcare consolidation

regulatory challenges