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COVID-19 blanket exceptions for Medicare quality reporting programs end

The blanket data reporting exceptions and extensions implemented in March across Medicare quality reporting and value-based payment programs for hospitals expired July 1.

IRS rule would implement excise tax on certain executive compensation

The Internal Revenue Service issued a proposed rule implementing a provision of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 that imposed a 21% excise tax on certain executive compensation paid by tax-exempt organizations.

2020 Actions for the Board Compensation Committee

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Boards should assess the impact of change on their organization’s executive compensation program and committee practices.

Helping Boards Have Productive Conversations about Quality of Care

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Health care boards that take a broader view of “quality” and incorporate measures that reflect this understanding are better able to assess performance in the right areas.

Credentialing, Privileging and the Engaged Board

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Education, preparation and collegiality can empower physician and lay member trustees to make fair and thoroughly vetted decisions.

Sample Performance Standards for Evaluating Annual Incentive Plans

Evaluations and Assessments
As health care organizations face a number of emerging challenges, the compensation committee of the not-for- profit hospital and health system board is well served to review and update the executive compensation program periodically.

Key Action Steps for the Compensation Committee

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As hospitals and health systems realign their strategic objectives, executive compensation programs must evolve to support the organization's mission. Your board's compensation committee should determine if corresponding actions or updates are necessary.

Governance Leadership of Quality

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A diagnostic tool and organization assessment can help boards address barriers to effective quality oversight.

Philanthropy and Strategic Direction

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Executives, trustees and physicians should be the leading advocates of philanthropy.

Compliance Under Control

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Sound policy management can support the board’s risk and compliance oversight responsibilities