title: To remain independent--or not? Strategies for assessing future positions.
abstract: Independent hospitals should take six steps when considering the viability of maintaining independence: Evaluate the links between independence and organizational mission. Assess market factors. Analyze the organization's financial status. Perform a strategic assessment. Evaluate the potential benefits of partnership. Assess the organization's ability to implement strategy.
authors.affiliation: laca.wonghammond@raymondjames.com
authors.forename: Laca
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Wong-Hammond
authors.forename: Lorie
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Damon
mesh_terms: D018166:Health Care Reform; D006273:Health Facility Merger / Q000191:economics; D006777:Hospitals, Proprietary / Q000191:economics* / Q000458:organization & administration; D010934:Planning Techniques; D017009:Professional Autonomy; D014481:United States