Healthcare Challenges and Support Overview

Questions and Answers

What percentage of Wellstar Atlanta's operating expenses went to uncompensated care?

16% (correct)

25%

20%

10%

What is the responsibility of the Northside Healthcare System or Emory Healthcare?

To care for patients in low-income communities and communities of color.

AMC is a safety net hospital, meaning more than ________ of its patient load can't afford to pay for care.

10%

AMC is a safety net hospital, meaning more than ________ of its patients rely on federal health insurance.

20% Signup and view all the answers

What did Wellstar blame the closure of Atlanta Medical Center on?

Decreasing revenue and increasing costs. Signup and view all the answers

What does the mix of payers mean for hospitals?

Costs from uncompensated and under compensated care are putting them at risk of closure. Signup and view all the answers

What factors put nonprofit hospitals at risk?

Exorbitant costs for contract nurses amid a mounting healthcare workforce shortage. Signup and view all the answers

What financial issue was driving the deal pushed by Gov. Brian Kemp and University System Chancellor Sonny Perdue?

Financial struggles. Signup and view all the answers

What is primary care?

The provision of integrated, accessible healthcare services by clinicians who are accountable for addressing a large majority of personal healthcare needs. Signup and view all the answers

How many Primary Care Physicians are there?

223,125 Signup and view all the answers

What amount of primary care physicians are 60 or older?

1/4 Signup and view all the answers

In Georgia, there are __________ PCP for every 100,000 patients.

63 Signup and view all the answers

What conditions do PCPs treat?

Chronic conditions. Signup and view all the answers

Give examples of chronic conditions.

Obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol. Signup and view all the answers

_________ of adults in the US have a chronic disease.

Half Signup and view all the answers

_ in __ students choose PCP for residency.

1 in 6 Signup and view all the answers

Demand for primary care is increasing.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected increase in the number of adults over age 65 living with at least 1 chronic disease by 2030?

From 43 million to 59 million. Signup and view all the answers

NP and PA have what degree?

Masters degree. Signup and view all the answers

______% of NPs practice in primary care.

78% Signup and view all the answers

What does holistic patient care recognize?

All factors contribute to illness. Signup and view all the answers

What does EIM stand for?

Exercise is Medicine. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Wellstar Healthcare Overview

Wellstar Atlanta allocates 16% of operating expenses to uncompensated care.
AMC operates as a safety net hospital, serving patients who cannot afford care, with over 10% of its patient load unable to pay.
More than 20% of AMC's patients depend on federal health insurance.
Financial losses at Atlanta Medical Center reached $107 million in the last year due to "decreasing revenue and increasing costs."

Challenges Facing Hospitals

Hospitals face risks of closure from uncompensated and undercompensated care costs.
Contract nursing expenses are soaring, impacting nonprofit hospitals amid a healthcare workforce shortage.

Legislative Support

Governor Brian Kemp and University System Chancellor Sonny Perdue advocated for measures addressing financial struggles within the healthcare system.

Primary Care Insights

Primary care providers (PCPs) are responsible for a broad spectrum of healthcare needs, fostering long-term patient relationships within community contexts.
There are 223,125 primary care physicians in the U.S.
One-quarter of these PCPs are aged 60 or older.
Georgia has 63 primary care physicians for every 100,000 patients.

Chronic Conditions and Healthcare Needs

PCPs primarily treat chronic conditions such as obesity, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.
Half of U.S. adults are living with a chronic disease.
One in six medical students opt for primary care as their residency choice.
Demand for primary care services is increasing.

Demographics and Projections

The number of adults over age 65 with at least one chronic disease is expected to rise from 43 million to 59 million by 2030.

Education and Specialization

Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) typically hold a master's degree.
Approximately 78% of NPs practice in primary care settings.

Holistic Healthcare Approach

Holistic patient care considers all factors contributing to illness, emphasizing a comprehensive treatment strategy.

Exercise and Health

EIM stands for "Exercise is Medicine," promoting physical activity as a crucial component in healthcare.

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Description

This quiz provides insights into the financial struggles faced by healthcare institutions, particularly focusing on Wellstar Healthcare and Atlanta Medical Center. It examines issues like uncompensated care, rising costs, and legislative measures aimed at supporting the healthcare system.