There are three major areas of alignment that create the most successful relationships between hospitals and physicians.
1. Clinical activity alignment. This alignment relies on a patient care approach and sets expectations of quality and service. It includes the consolidation of activity in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of a patient.
2. Economic alignment. Both partners align to focus on the monetary aspects of care. It is defined as the correlation of physician and hospital financial returns.
3. Alignment of purpose. This type of alignment focuses on a central goal of providing the best care possible for the patient. Both parties in the alignment share a common culture and belief for the future direction of the organizations.
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