Implication of a Health Service Department

Book:  Harrington, Michael K. Health care finance and the mechanics of insurance and reimbursement. (2nd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett, 2021. ISBN: 9781284169034.

Asignment 1

Read Chapter 1&2

-at least 500 words. 

- must contain at least 2 references 

- 1 instance of biblical integration. 

- Current APA format must be used

Elaborate on the implications of a Health Services Department moving from a cost center to a profit center. Information discussed must include:

1.  The difference between a cost and a profit center.

2.  Decentralization versus centralization within the health service business.

3.  How the health service department can stick to its historic mission of serving those without insurance and/or those that are historically underserved.

4.  The implications of having public health professionals that are not permitted to bill or have reimbursable codes.