Future of the MVZ: Financial concepts for Herschbach and Urbach in focus!

Future of the MVZ: Financial concepts for Herschbach and Urbach in focus!

Medical care centers (MVZ) are becoming increasingly important for regional health care in Germany. The MVZ in Herschbach/Uww is particularly in focus. and Urbach, which stand out primarily due to their high frequency and collaboration with the Dierdorf/Selters hospital company. These facilities not only provide crucial medical care but also various benefits for the doctors working there.

A central goal of the MVZ is the long-term preservation of medical services in the region. To this end, exchanges with the Westerwald municipalities are sought in order to develop joint financial concepts. These discussions are necessary to secure the economic basis of the MVZ and to ensure sustainable care, especially in times of the changing healthcare landscape.

Benefits for doctors and patients

MVZs enable doctors to become employed, which has several advantages compared to self-employment. In particular, the transfer of economic risks to the MVZ itself is of great interest. The structure of these facilities also promotes flexible working time models, which are attractive to many doctors. In contrast to inpatient positions, doctors in the MVZ have more freedom and can at the same time help ensure a seamless transition between outpatient and inpatient care.

However, the work of doctors in the MVZ is subject to the principle of requirements planning. This means that admission restrictions must be observed. It is therefore advisable to examine the admission options at an early stage, supported by the statutory health insurance associations. Personnel planning should also be closely linked to performance and financial planning in order to make optimal use of the necessary resources.

Strategic planning and risk management

Efficient business planning is crucial for the success of an MVZ. It requires a permanent risk analysis to identify internal and external risk potential. This analysis should be continuously monitored and documented in a report. A risk matrix or SWOT analysis can be used to evaluate the risks. Quality management plays a supporting role in ensuring continuous risk analysis throughout the entire business activity.

The founding phase of an MVZ is complex and includes numerous crucial steps, such as choosing the right legal form and cooperation with the statutory health insurance association. The most common legal form in hospital-based MVZs is the GmbH. After the contract has been concluded, setting up the necessary infrastructure – be it structural, personnel or technical – is essential. Synergies between MVZ and hospital should also be consistently used to increase the efficiency and quality of medical care.

In conclusion, it should be noted that the successful commissioning and operation of MVZ requires not only strategically well-thought-out planning, but also active risk management. Collaboration between different healthcare players and a clear marketing strategy are essential factors to stand out in a competitive environment and attract both patients and qualified staff.

For more information on the specific challenges and solutions surrounding MVZ, visit the articles on Rhine newspaper and EY.