Shearwater Health Welcomes New CHRO to the Executive Team
Jen Bales joins Shearwater Health Executive Team as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) Nashville, TN, October 10, 2023 – Shearwater Health, a global leader in clinical solutions for the healthcare industry announced today that Jen Bales has joined the executive team as chief human resources officer (CHRO). Bales is a seasoned human resources professional with […]
Shearwater Health Invests in Bedside Nurses with Launch of STAR Program
Among the many disruptions the healthcare industry has experienced in recent years, one of the most crucial is also one of the most hands-on and profound: an all but crippling shortage of nurses. In fact, even before the pandemic hit in 2019, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) reported a staggering global shortage of 30.6 […]
U.S. Team Members Visit the Philippines
There are many joys and challenges that come with being a member of an international company. Modern technology makes it possible to cross time zones and unite cultures to make Shearwater’s mission of “improving healthcare outcomes globally” possible. However, there is no replacement for in-person time, and it is always a great joy when team […]
Risk Adjustment Coding: Addressing Accuracy, Quality and Productivity
About the Client Organization A world-class academic healthcare system with three highly regarded hospitals, physician practices, home hospice care, and various other support services located in the Eastern U.S. Challenge The health system had previously used a single revenue cycle vendor for risk adjustment coding. With the arrival of COVID, the organization decided it needed […]
Shearwater Health Welcomes New Senior Vice President
Dr. Vandana Rahadwa joins Shearwater as Senior Vice President, Provider Vertical Nashville, TN, September 14, 2023 – Shearwater Health, a global leader in Clinical Process Outsourcing (CPO®) announced today that Dr. Vandana Rahadwa has joined Shearwater Health as senior vice president, Provider Vertical. Dr. Rahadwa, a revered Senior Healthcare Executive, brings over 21 years of global transformative experience in […]
Workflow Innovation for Remote Patient Monitoring
The growth of wearable devices has brought great potential for improved, more proactive healthcare, especially in the area of sensor-enabled remote patient monitoring (RPM). According to research, remote patient management services and tools are expected to reach over 70 million U.S. patients by 2025. The challenge is that activating the data needed for effective RPM […]
Revenue Cycle Management and Coding Services
About the Client Organization A leader in homecare, palliative, and hospice services committed to enhancing the quality and consistency of healthcare delivered at home. With locations in Florida, Illinois, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, the organization serves patients and their families across seven states. Challenge The Home Health Patient-Driven Groupings Model (PDGM), which was released on January […]
Optimizing Patient Communication with Clinical Process Outsourcing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJblHtNcENw&t=10s While technological advancements in the healthcare space make strides in mitigating the demands of patients, they can inadvertently create more work for clinicians by overwhelming them with virtual patient communication. While some companies are employing methods like charging a patient for digital communication, Shearwater Health is optimistic in meeting these challenges at the lowest […]
Shearwater Health Named a Leader in Clinical and Care Management Operations – National Ranking Announced by Everest Group
Nashville, TN, August 22, 2023 – Shearwater Health, a global leader in Clinical Process Outsourcing (CPO®) announced today that it has been recognized as a Leader in Everest Group’s PEAK Matrix® Assessment for Clinical and Care Management (CCM) Operations. The report evaluated the CCM capabilities of 15 service providers and positioned them as Leaders, Major […]
Utilization Management at Shearwater Health
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-GBbsqKzZQ&t=10s Utilization Management is an invaluable resource in handling time and reducing management costs in the healthcare space. When a nurse has proper training in Utilization Management, they are equipped to evaluate the appropriateness of care, and ensure decisions are made properly. Shearwater Health is committed to ensuring our nurses have proper training in Utilization […]