Delayed care can worsen health outcomes, especially for patients with chronic conditions or time-sensitive diagnoses such as cancer or heart disease. Increased anxiety for patients and families often accompanies uncertainty about when treatment will begin. For healthcare facilities, these delays translate into higher clinical risk, as preventable complications can arise if care is postponed.
Across the globe, healthcare expenses continue to climb each year. From prescription medications to hospital visits, prices can fluctuate and often increase faster than wages or inflation. This hospital budgeting best practices help you anticipate these costs and plan accordingly, so you’re not caught off guard when prices rise.