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The Counterpart. Taking the latest healthcare news and updates into account. Fourth Quarter 2011 Patient Financial Services Experience Counts.
President's Message. Impact of Healthcare Reform on Patient Responsibility. By Jeff Gorski The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act strives to reform the private health insurance industry and public health insurance programs, to improve coverage for people with pre-existing conditions, to grant greater access to care for millions of Americans and to reduce the long-term costs of the U.S. healthcare system. However, the fine print of the 974-page law, which passed in March 2010 and goes into effect in 2014, is complicated, with many of the regulations still pending. The law does not target reforming healthcare so much as it does health insurance. The result of this legislation -- no matter the outcome of the regulations currently under review -- is that, with more changes to the current system and more healthcare options from which to choose, Americans will have to become more involved and take on more responsibility for their health care. Obviously, covering every aspect of the Affordable Care Act with regards to increased patient responsibility isn't feasible, but there are a few key points that are worth noting. Read More. http://www.pfsgroup.org/assets/docs/PFSG_PresidentsMessage.pdf
Experience Our New Image. As part of our continued dedication to bringing excellent service to you and your patients, we'd like to present our new campaign, 'Experience Counts.' Where you provide the highest quality medical care, we offer a level of service to match the outstanding care your patients received in your hospital. We speak to patients with the respect, clarity and compassion they deserve because we recognize that their experience counts. Check Our Our New Website. http://www.pfsgroup.org Join in on the Experience. November 8 -- Election Day 11 -- Veterans Day 24 -- Thanksgiving, Company Observed Holiday December 25 -- Christmas 26 -- Company Observed Holiday 31 -- New Year's Eve January 1 -- New Year's Day View More Events. http://www.pfsgroup.org/industryevents/
Experience You Can Depend On. Conversion Assistance Programs. Does your hospital need to undergo a system conversion, but is overwhelmed by the thought of doing so? With PFS Group's time-tested strategies, we ensure smooth and successful conversions from the old system to the new one. Learn More. http://pfsgroup.org/conversion-assistance-programs
Maximizing customer satisfaction while improving your bottom line, we deliver personal service with patients' needs in mind. PFS Group -- where experience counts. Our Services. - Patient Balance Management - Accounts Receivable Outsourcing - Conversion Assistance Programs - Interim Management Benefit from Experience. Come see why 70% of not-for-profit facilities in the Texas Medical Center choose PFS Group as their exclusive provider of accounts receivable enhancement programs. Schedule a Time to Visit Us. info@pfsgroup.org
Experience the Gift of Giving. PFS Group proudly supports Oklahoma Heart Hospital Auxiliary's Annual Golf Tournament. This year, we became the golf tournament's first-ever Eagle Sponsor, held at the Oak Tree Country Club in Edmond, Oklahoma. The tournament raises funds for prescriptions, medical equipment and other needs of cardiovascular patients and their family members, as well as nurse scholarships and educational needs of the community. For more information, visit http://www.okheart.com. Valley Medical Center's GLOW Event promotes women's health and wellness, empowering women to make healthy decisions for themselves and their loved ones. PFS Group was honored to sponsor the first anniversary event.
PFS Group is pleased to donate to Memorial Hermann's Partners in Caring Employee Assistance Fund, which helps employees who are in financial need due to crisis or catastrophe. Since its inception 20 years ago, the fund has helped 3,365 employees with almost $3 million. Saint Francis Children's Hospital's Painted Pony Ball raises funds to aid families of children with serious illnesses and strives to improve the lives of these children. PFS Group feels privileged to contribute to this great cause.
Experience Acclaim. We're proud to be partnered with some of the most highly commended hospitals in the nation, and we're thrilled to showcase and congratulate our partners for their hard-earned accolades. The Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas Ranked nationally in 11 specialties and #1 in Houston, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2011 'Best Hospitals' The Texas Heart Institute at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital, Houston, Texas Ranked #4 in cardiology nationally, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2011 'Best Hospitals' Saint Francis Hospital, Tulsa, Oklahoma 2011 MAP Award Winner for High Performance in Revenue Cycle, according to HFMA
Contact us to see how you can experience happy patients and increased profits. 7670 Woodway, Suite 250 - Houston, Texas 77063 - 713.784.4410 - info@pfsgroup.org
 
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