Valer

Some re-introductions are in order! Today, we’re thrilled to officially announce our rebrand from Voluware to Valer®, taking the name of our industry-leading #PriorAuthorizations and #ReferralManagement solution. This evolution accompanies a new era of company growth, product innovation, partnership expansion, enhanced client service, and more. While there’s a good bit of change ahead, Valer will continue to be the gold standard for automating complex manual prior auth workflows. We’re really excited about this next chapter for our clients, partners, and team. Learn more in our latest press release (and take a look around the new website!): https://hubs.la/Q02gBCZk0

Final denial rates on inpatient claims have surged by 51% from 2021 to 2023, as noted in a recent Becker's Healthcare piece. The increase has drained $1.2 billion in revenue, impacting hospitals' ability to provide care. Initial denials for prior authorization and precertification errors also rose, adding to the financial strain. The time to #FixPriorAuth is now. Read the full piece here: https://hubs.la/Q02yC9qB0 Learn more about how Valer automates prior authorization workflows to cut down on manual errors and increase patient access to care. https://hubs.la/Q02yCbrW0

Feeling the burnout from handling referrals manually? You're not alone. At Valer, we understand that an efficient referral management process is crucial for delivering top-notch patient care. However, many healthcare organizations struggle with outdated, paper-based methods that lead to delays and frustration. By leveraging Valer's automated solution, healthcare organizations can reap the following benefits: 1. Streamlined Referral Initiation: Kickstart referrals swiftly and cut down on administrative hassles. 2. Efficient Prior Authorization Management: Simplify processes by integrating clinical and administrative data. 3. Enhanced Care Coordination: Seamless communication and information sharing lead to better patient outcomes. Check out our latest blog to discover how automating your #ReferralManagement can transform your operations and boost patient satisfaction. https://hubs.ly/Q02yCkXh0

Our upcoming webinar with The Wilshire Group and Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP will be a robust conversation around what is and is not working across current #PriorAuth processes and how regulation comes into play. The expert panel, featuring Evan Martin, Tim Holland, Michele Madison, and Steve Kim, will explore how these regulations will impact patients, providers, and payers alike. Sign up today to secure your spot! https://hubs.ly/Q02yCsMs0

The American Medical Association's fourth installment of its Fixing Prior Auth series examines the lack of transparency surrounding current processes. The piece explores the problems, fixes, progress, and continued need among the industry. The AMA continues to advocate for prior authorization reform. We will continue to stay up to date on how the organization is moving the needle toward #FixingPriorAuths. If you would like to follow along, check out the most current series installment here: https://hubs.la/Q02xCBB20

Is prior authorization management giving your healthcare team a headache? You're not alone, but the good news is that change is here. Forward-thinking hospitals are adopting technology and best practices to reduce costs, improve revenue, and boost staff satisfaction. Here are 5 key strategies to streamline your prior authorization processes: 1. Embrace Technology: Automated solutions with bi-directional data exchange and EHR/RCM integration can drastically reduce manual errors and denials. 2. Centralize Operations: Use a single platform for all prior authorization processes to enhance efficiency, communication, and training. 3. Measure and Set Goals: Implement KPI tracking and use industry benchmarks to continuously improve your processes. 4. Train Your Team: Invest in comprehensive training and partner with supportive vendors for ongoing assistance. 5. Stay Informed: Keep up with industry standards and regulatory changes to remain compliant and efficient. Adopting these practices can transform prior authorization from a pain point to a streamlined operation, enhancing both staff and patient experiences. Ready to make the change? Check out our latest blog today and contact us to learn more. https://hubs.la/Q02xCD9Q0

Prior authorization regulations are cropping up throughout state and federal legislatures intending to make the process more efficient and less burdensome. But are these regulations doing enough to mitigate physician frustration, patient economic stress, and delayed care and how do we evaluate their net effect? Join us for our upcoming webinar as we explore the state and future of prior authorization regulation with an expert panel. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of the following: • Scope and status of prior authorization regulation at state and federal levels • Most common requirements of prior authorization regulation • How proposed and enacted regulation will benefit patients, providers, staff, vendors, and how it will change what they’re each are doing today • Regulation impact on prior authorization and retro authorization • Regulation that is viewed as “best-in-class” providing a model for others to follow Sign up today to secure your spot: https://hubs.la/Q02xCCqV0 Evan Martin, The Wilshire Group Tim Holland, The Wilshire Group Michele Madison, Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP Steve S. Kim, MD, MBA, MSCE

Have you signed up for tomorrow’s joint webinar with Kern Medical? Secure your spot to learn how the health system transformed its #PriorAuth process and yielded tangible results using Valer, including: • Improved prior authorization-caused denial rate from 17% to 2% • Increased authorization resolution rate from 68% to 97% • Reduced workload of 2 full-time employees, enabling reallocation to a separate under-staffed team • Enhanced overall operational excellence https://hubs.la/Q02xfDxd0

Valer’s mission is clear: speed and simplify manual #PriorAuth processes to help patients get better care faster. For more information on who we are and what we do, check out our latest video: https://hubs.la/Q02wWLdt0

Happy National Hospital Week! This week is an opportunity to recognize the lifesaving care provided by over 5,000 hospitals across the country. Behind the lifesaving care are the administrative tasks, including prior authorizations and referral management, that keep hospitals running safely and efficiently. Learn how to get involved and share support here: https://hubs.la/Q02wWLY60 To learn more about how Valer supports hospitals and large health systems, visit our website today: https://hubs.la/Q02wWKwC0