Management Services
At Kerith Brook Health, we provide full-service management solutions for hospitals that want to remain independent but need the expertise and leadership to thrive. Unlike traditional consultants, we step in with executive oversight, financial discipline, and operational support to stabilize facilities, recruit staff, and restore community confidence.
Our approach is built for the long term — not temporary fixes. Whether through a full hospital contract or a tailored management agreement for those not interested in selling, we embed deeply with each organization, ensuring sustained performance, continuity of leadership, and a foundation for lasting growth. Our model is designed to protect local ownership while delivering the resources, strategies, and accountability needed for long-term success.
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Executive & Operational Leadership
Interim and long-term executive leadership (CEO, COO) with on-site or remote coverage.
Deployment of turnaround managers to lead day-to-day hospital operations and report to boards.
Development of crisis stabilization and long-term growth strategies.
Transparent governance through alignment with hospital boards, staff, and community leaders.
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Financial Management
Comprehensive revenue cycle management (billing, coding, A/R, A/P, collections).
Monthly operating reports, cash flow statements, and financial dashboards.
Bank relations, cash management, and debt covenant/lender compliance.
Development of annual budgets, strategic plans, and five-year financial proformas.
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Workforce & Recruitment
Full assessment of staffing structures, pay scales, and productivity models.
Recruitment and retention of physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals.
Development of sustainable staffing models for nursing, ED coverage, and hospitalists.
Workforce culture initiatives to reduce turnover and foster mission-driven care.
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Compliance & Risk Oversight
Administration of compliance programs, including policy development, staff training, and monitoring.
Oversight of insurance, safety, and liability risk management programs.
Contract review, vendor negotiation, and regulatory guidance at state and federal levels.
Support in preparing for audits and maintaining regulatory accreditation.
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Clinical Services & Quality Programs
Implementation of quality assurance and patient safety initiatives.
Departmental efficiency reviews across emergency, surgical, imaging, radiology, pharmacy, and ancillary services.
Oversight of Health Information Management (HIM), coding accuracy, and medical record retention.
Development of outpatient, urgent care, and primary care clinic strategies.
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Strategic Growth & REH Conversion
Market competition analysis and service line expansion planning.
Guidance through Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) conversions, including CMS applications, staffing redesign, and reimbursement optimization.
Advisory support for mergers, affiliations, or partnerships.
Community engagement strategies to strengthen trust and demonstrate value.
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Facilities & Capital Development
Coordination of long-term capital improvement projects.
Oversight of maintenance, safety programs, and compliance inspections.
Facility efficiency and redesign for patient-centered care.
Planning and management of expansions, remodels, and infrastructure projects.
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Long-Term Partnership & Sustainability
Emphasis on multi-year management contracts focused on stability and growth, not short-term fixes.
Continuous monitoring of performance metrics with transparent board reporting.
Ongoing collaboration with boards, medical staff, and community leaders to align vision and operations.
Commitment to building sustainable healthcare ecosystems that endure for generations.
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