Cullman Regional launches outreach to help community hospitals

Cullman Regional, Alabama’s largest independent rural hospital, is launching an outreach program to help Alabama’s community hospitals be more successful. Through consulting and management services, the program intends to assist hospitals with adding more local care, creating jobs, and enhancing quality.

“Throughout many Alabama communities, the commitment to sustain local healthcare is strong,” said Cullman Regional CEO James Clements. “We want to partner with local healthcare leaders to leverage the expertise and lessons learned at Cullman Regional and turn things around for long term success.”

A decade ago, Cullman Regional began a series of intentional and strategic actions to improve all areas of hospital performance by utilizing clinical and business best practices. Within a few years, that new strategy enabled Cullman Regional to expand local access to care including specialty care. The hospital also saw dramatic increases in its employee base and annual economic impact.

“We’re proud of these accomplishments this level of success is only possible when you have a capable and motivated team,” said Clements. “We really believe we can help other community hospitals improve their performance and increase their contributions to the local economy.”

Cullman Regional’s portfolio of consulting services includes revenue cycle management, financial benchmarking, and quality improvement. Management services are also available whereas Cullman Regional would provide local CEO and/or CFO services to provide enhanced business and financial capabilities for clients.

For more information about the business services offered by Cullman Regional, contact Jennifer Malone at jennifer.malone@cullmanregional.com.