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saving kidney, cornea, and liver transplants for adults as well as children. We have also recently announced an exploratory relation- ship with Sound Shore Health System of Westchester.
The concentration of critically injured and ill patients is higher at WMC than any other hospital in the nation. Today, WMC is operat- ing at capacity; 20 times every day patients are transferred from other hospitals and emer- gency departments in the 5,000-square-mile region we serve. We are and will continue to be a vibrant and ever-changing organization that contributes $1.6 billion annually to our local economy. Recent advances in technol- ogy and clinical capabilities mean that many patients, who in the past would have died from their injuries or illnesses, are now sur- viving. As the definition of ‘life-saving care’ changes, WMC needs to ensure that the finest facility and staff are available for those who need us the most.”
WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL
Jon B. Schandler Chief Executive Officer
“We believe that the health care system needs to be reformed. Hospitals across the country are facing mounting challenges with an aging population, shrinking reimburse- ments, and thousands
of additional patients expected to be insured beginning in 2014 under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). We know health exchanges are coming and anticipate the number of unin- sured individuals will decrease. However, there is still uncertainty around how many employers will drop commercial coverage for their employees, and how many of these indi- viduals will then purchase insurance through an exchange, which will likely pay providers at a lower level of reimbursement.
In this new era of healthcare reform, the hospitals that will be successful will find the right formula to provide high quality care at
a high value, strengthen partnerships, and
be adaptive to change. White Plains Hospital has a strong strategic plan that focuses on continued growth, performance on quality metrics, and an enhanced focus on patient experience. We continually strive for care that is exceptional, safe, and efficient, and take pride in our accomplishments in the areas of quality monitoring.
We know value will be a prominent theme into the future and are looking at opportunities for cost savings across the organization. As one example, we currently are in the process of converting our boiler system to a dual-fire system to reduce energy costs. It is expected to save us more than $500,000 each year once its fully operational.”
Key Features of the
Affordable Care
Act, By Year
The Affordable Health Care law puts in place comprehensive health insurance reforms that will roll out over four years and beyond.
OVERVIEW OF THE HEALTH CARE LAW 2010:
A new Patient’s Bill of Rights goes into effect, protecting consumers from abuses. Cost-free preventative services begin for many Americans.
2011:
People with Medicare can get key preventative services for free, and also receive a 50% discount on brand name drugs in the Medicare “donut hole.”
2012:
Accountable Care Organizations and other programs help doctors and health care providers work together to deliver better care.
2013:
To expand the number of Americans receiving preventative care, the law provides new funding to state Medicaid programs that choose to cover preventative services for patients at little or no cost.
2014:
All Americans will have access to affordable health insurance options. The new Health Insurance Marketplace will allow individuals and small businesses to compare health plans on a level playing field. Middle and low-income families will get tax credits that cover a significant portion of the cost of coverage. The Medicaid program will be expanded to cover more low-income Americans.
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