Exploration of the organization and management of ambulatory care settings. Course topics will include delivery and financing models, institutional affiliations, ambulatory care demand forecasting, organizational strategy, and leveraging medical group practices as part of comprehensive services delivery.
Athena Title
Mgmt Leader in Ambulatory Care
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
Students will be able to describe various delivery and financing models in ambulatory care settings.
Students will be able to analyze the role of institutional affiliations on the organization and management of ambulatory care services.
Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to forecast demand for ambulatory care services and plan service delivery.
Students will be able to appraise strategic planning approaches for managing ambulatory care organizations based on current trends and future projections.
Students will be able to examine how medical group practices can be utilized to improve the delivery of ambulatory care.
Topical Outline
1. Overview of ambulatory care models
2. Financing models in ambulatory care
3. Types of institutional affiliations in ambulatory care
4. Methods, tools, and techniques for forecasting ambulatory care demand
5. Developing and aligning a strategic plan with organizational goals
6. Ambulatory care finance: budgeting, financial planning, and revenue cycle management
7. Integration of medical group practices: structure, function, benefits, and challenges
8. Regulatory and compliance considerations in ambulatory care
9. Leadership and management approaches in ambulatory care settings
