title: Next-generation cost management.
abstract: To implement a comprehensive approach for nonlabor cost reduction, hospitals should: Set goals, Identify areas to include or exclude, Establish a project structure, Develop a communications plan, Collect and analyze data, Establish teams to review opportunities forchange > Monitor progress and report results.
authors: Huron Healthcare, Chicago, USA. sangert@huronconsultinggroup.com
authors: Sean
authors: S
authors: Angert
authors: Hazel
authors: H
authors: Seabrook
mesh_terms: D003363:Cost Control / Q000379:methods; D005377:Financial Management, Hospital / Q000379:methods* / Q000458:organization & administration; D014481:United States