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About Michael P. Lawson
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Expertise
Healthcare & Hospital Operationals, regulatory standards and JCAHO, Quality Improvement and professional standards, Healthcare mergers, and business development. Specialized knowledge in medical ethics and health policy assessment. Limited knowledge in patient financial services (billing details)

Experience
Employment history: Over 35 years in senior health service manamgement positions. Adjunct professor at colleges and universities, preceptor and mentor for numerous students, residents, and fellows. Leadership in local and national professional organizations.

Organizations: American College Of Healthcare Executives American Hospital Association Society of Healthcare Professional

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Questions Answered By Expert Michael P. Lawson
In Category Hospital Administration

Subject	Date Asked

career planning	8/2/2008
Q: Lawson: Thank you for your time and generosity. I am thinking about taking some courses . My ... A: You may need to check with various peers and Director of HIM to see what they recommend. RHIA may ...
career planning	7/30/2008
Q: Lawson: Thank you for your time and generosity. I am thinking about taking some courses . My ... A: These areas differ greatly, two are administrative and one, occupational therapy, is direct patient ...
Career in Hosp Admin	7/29/2008
Q: Currently I'm in a 2yr nursing program. Eventually I would like a career in Hosp Admin, what further ... A: First of all, complete your nursing program and get some experience in the healthcare field; ideally ...
Career in Health Service Administration	7/25/2008
Q: I am currently going into my senior year of my under graduate studies as a biology major with a ... A: Bottom line is that you need to follow what you get the most rewards and career satisfaction. HR is ...
MPH	7/25/2008
Q: I am currently the administrator of a mapping program, and hold an MS in geography and a BA in ... A: In most cases the administrative track will suffice in terms of providing didactic courses in ...
masters in hospital administration	7/23/2008
Q: I have done MBBS and i am presently working in saudiarabia.Sir i want to enter administrative field ... A: Much depends on where you wish to pursue your graduate degree. In the US you may wish to link up to ...
Choosing a MHA program	7/21/2008
Q: I have provisional admissions into the MHA programs at Washington State University, Pullman and ... A: They are both good programs. Xavier U. is located in a larger metro setting any may afford you a ...
Hospital Administration	7/20/2008
Q: I currently teach HS and have my Masters Degree in Education. My undergrad is in Business ... A: It would be difficult unless you can demonstrate how your background can be of value in a healthcare ...
hospital policies	7/13/2008
Q: Looking to reorganize a 500 bed hospital policy structure. What makes the most sense? A: What is your purpose in changing policy structure? What are the driving forces behind a change? It ...
Hospital Adminstration	7/10/2008
Q: I am looking to make a change . I have been doing leadership development for about 17 years. Would ... A: If you are good a change management, your skills may be effective in a hospital setting. Career ...
medical collections	7/9/2008
Q: Most hospitals have a billing company. Who chooses which collection agency is used--the hospital or ... A: You probably will not like this response but I will give it to you straight. The only reason a ...
hospital administration	6/26/2008
Q: Respected Sir/Madam I am Sulagna Sen staying from India,Kolkata. Presently i am persuing my ... A: You will be more successful by attending programs that are accredited and have met certain criteria ...
mba hospital management	6/25/2008
Q: i am doing internship in m.b.b.s (masters medicine masters surgery) in india. after this degree i ... A: Requirements for graduate work vary depending on the program. For a MBA, I cannot address your ...
masters in health/ hospital administration	6/10/2008
Q: sir, I am pursuing my bachelors in homeopathy , i wanted to know whether after completing the ... A: You will need to check with each accredited program to see if your degree and courses might qualify ...
HIPAA	6/9/2008
Q: I have done masters in human resource from India.Right now working in a clinic in New Jersey.When I ... A: CHP (HIPAA) certification course are available online, just type in CHP or HIPAA certification. The ...
MHA	6/8/2008
Q: I completed my medical graduation in 2001 from India. I joined Govt.service[with administrative ... A: Focus on experience rather than degrees at this time. Not sure why you are considering a MHA if you ...
Health care administration..	6/8/2008
Q: I have my Bachelors in Homoeopathy.I want to study urther in california.I am actually very confused ... A: If you desire to get a job in healthcare administration in the US, I would encourage you to seek an ...
MHA JOB PROSPECTS IN US	6/6/2008
Q: Respected Sir, I have done my graduation in Occupational therapy from India.I have secured admission ... A: A strong graduate program may help you form a professional network needed for find employment ...
Status with potential employers	6/5/2008
Q: I'm 26, still in school. I went to Texas Women's University(Denton,TX), took a break, got married, ... A: Tough question. There are great opportunities in healthcare. As you return to school, the ...
Entry level positions?	6/4/2008
Q: I just graduated from a prestigious university with a BS in Biology. I plan on enrolling in in the ... A: At this point anything will be acceptable. You will need to get some basic understanding of the ...
Switching gears to Healthcare Administration	6/3/2008
Q: Now that I have finally figured out what I want to be when I grow up, I sit on waiting lists. I am ... A: There are such fundamental differences in the options that you present. They do share opportunities ...
MHA degree	6/3/2008
Q: Kieserman, Last month I obtained a bachelors degree in community health w/ a concentration in ... A: Though question. A degree from an CAHME accredited typically will have better recognition and will ...
Associates in HCA	5/28/2008
Q: what are my options with an associates degree in healthcare admin? How much I can accomplish? A: Realistically, the associates does not create may opportunities in a very competitive market for ...
JD considering career change	5/28/2008
Q: I've been a practicing attorney for appx 3 years and I'm considering applying for an available ... A: Certainly your skills are transferable however you may lack some basic understanding of the ...
Kindly advice	5/27/2008
Q: I have a B.Sc.,Computer science (3 year course)degree. Also obtained my Post Graduate diploma in ... A: Clinics, insurance companies, medical groups, consulting, government (state, county) medical ...
career change to hospital administration	5/26/2008
Q: I have been an administrator for private college for 20 years. I'm 45 years of age and want to begin ... A: Making a career shift is not without some challenges. There are certainly many transferable skills ...
Interests	5/23/2008
Q: Mr. Lawson, I'm interested to find out how you actually became interested in this field of hospital ... A: I started my career in the military as a corpsman but was assigned to administrative duties. I ...
admission	5/21/2008
Q: i have completed my BDSin india and am planning to join in hospital administration in usa. can u ... A: Choose only accredited programs because they will provide you with the right skills and experiences ...
Why MHA after MBBS?	5/21/2008
Q: I have just completed my MBBS and want to go to US for my masters. I have consulted many students ... A: The MHA is a traditional degree for entry into administrative careers in healthcare administration ...
MASTER DEGREE IN HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATION	5/14/2008
Q: I Have BACHELOR DEGREE IN ENGLISH LIT.Iam working in patient affairs as inpatient officer.Iwant to ... A: Suggest you go to www.aupha.org to link to accredited programs in healthcare administration. You ...
hospital administration	5/13/2008
Q: i did my post graduate diploma in healthcare and hospital managemnet from india and have 4 years ... A: You have picked a broad range of career options. I suggest you do some informational interview with ...
cost of living increase	5/8/2008
Q: I work in a hospital in the outskirts of boston.I was talking to my boss about a cost of living ... A: Your boss is correct. I am not aware of any healthcare system or hospital that uses "cost of ...
From Psychologist to Executive	5/6/2008
Q: I am 53 years old. I have a Ph.D. in psychology with almost 25 years of postdoctoral experience, ... A: You may wish to check with some of the private psychiatric hospital organizations to see if you can ...
Experience Before Graduation	5/3/2008
Q: I'm currently going through the undergraduate program at Penn State for Health Policy & ... A: Congratulations on your progress and strong direction for a career in healthcare administration. ...
Medical Staff roles	4/27/2008
Q: What are the two roles of a medical staff? A: I will presume that your question pertains to the roles of the formal and organized medical staff ...
Health care administrator	4/27/2008
Q: Good evening, I have done BSC ( three years) and then later completed my ... A: It is a shame you have invested so much time into physical therapy and have not chosen to take that ...
What roles does the hospital administrator does?	4/26/2008
Q: What roles does the hospital administrator does? A: The primary role of a hospital administrator is to provide leadership for the strategy and sound ...
want to get into a healthcare job	3/14/2008
Q: I have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with Information Science Major and have 2 years of ... A: I would suggest that you try to schedule some interviews with individuals who work in healthcare and ...
volunteering	3/14/2008
Q: Lawson I am currently pursing a master's degree in health care administration,and have considered ... A: Check with you local hospitals for any entry level role such as a clerk, receptionist, admitting ...
About Master in Hospital Management	3/14/2008
Q: I am from developing country.I did MBBS from Pakistan.Now i want to study Master in Hospital ... A: Only you can determine if administrative work is the right profession for you. I typically advise ...
MBA/MSN wanting to move into Hospital Admin	3/13/2008
Q: I'm a 31 yr old who has a Masters of Science in Nursing and also a MBA focusing on Finance & ... A: You certainly have good credentials to move to a higher level of responsibility. The best ...
about mba in hospital managment	2/13/2008
Q: I have done BAMS and i want to do MBA in Hospital Managment Would u like to tell me the Advantage of ... A: The MBA is well suited for finance, information technology, and core business aspects of healthcare ...
doctoral in health care administration	2/13/2008
Q: I am doing my masters in health care administration and want to do doctorate in this field . I am a ... A: The best university for your doctorate will be the one that can best support your area of interest ...
Competing For Health Adminsitrative Fellowships	2/12/2008
Q: Can you tell me if the MPH with the concentration in health policy and management would make me ... A: You seem to be doing all the right things to qualify you for a fellowship; you will need to define ...
Job opportunities in US hospital	2/7/2008
Q: I have done by Masters in Hospital Administration from India and have more then 4 years of ... A: Job opportunities for US hospitals are very competitive and typically will go to graduates of US ...
CEOs without MDs	2/6/2008
Q: I'm currently a freshman at Northeastern University studying finance and insurance and have recently ... A: You are not likely to find entry administrative level positions in hospitals but they may be some in ...
CEOs without MDs	2/5/2008
Q: I'm currently a freshman at Northeastern University studying finance and insurance and have recently ... A: I appreciate your research on MD's as CEO of major hospitals and you are correct that many large ...
Hospital Administration	2/3/2008
Q: WHO ARE TWO OF THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF A STAFF IN CLINIC AND HOSPITAL? A: There is not pure answer for this. The staff at a clinic or hospital function as a team, ...
Undergrad Major	1/30/2008
Q: I'm at NYU, currently studying Speech-Language Pathology. I've come to realize that this field is ... A: Sorry that Speech Pathology does not seem right for you, it is a most rewarding area of healthcare. ...
physiotherapy	1/23/2008
Q: i have done bachelors in physiotherapy from india.i want to study further in us.which course should ... A: Seems as if you have spend some considerable effort preparing for a career in physiotherapy. You ...
MBA hospital administration	1/20/2008
Q: sir, i am a final yr B.Sc nursing student now and wil be graduating this sept '08. i would like to ... A: I would suggest working as a nurse for a period to get better insight into problems and issues faced ...
Is correspondence MHA in India useful for MBA in US	1/19/2008
Q: I am a nurse in India and am thinking of doing masters in health administration along with my job by ... A: I do not believe that the online degree will benefit you in the United States. Administrative ...
hospital administrator	1/12/2008
Q: What degrees are required for hospital administrator or where does one begin? first on the job or ... A: Typically a graduate degree in healthcare administration, business, or related degree are required. ...
merits and demerits of working in pharma line as an MBA	1/8/2008
Q: i am halfway up in puruising MBA and have to chose whether to take up HR, Finance, Marketing as my ... A: I would suggest you focus on Finance and Marketing, those course will help you have a broad base of ...
Pre-requisites for admission to the MHSA-MBA dual course	11/29/2007
Q: I am a Dentist from India. I intend to pursue the MHSA-MBA dual course offered by few Universities ... A: Prerequisites are typically foundation courses that enable you to better understand and apply ...
abt hospital administratinn	11/24/2007
Q: I am a physiotherapy student in final yr of B.PT. studying in anand gujarat india. my ... A: There is a critical shortage of PT's in the US. Likely will have a great opportunity finding ...
relocating to GA after completing my BBA	11/21/2007
Q: I would like to relocate to georgia after completing my BBA in six months will I be able to find a ... A: As I noted there are few entry level positions in healthcare administration. If you have some ...
relocating to GA after completing my BBA	11/20/2007
Q: I would like to relocate to georgia after completing my BBA in six months will I be able to find a ... A: Most positions in healthcare administration require experience and a graduate degree. Internships, ...
masters or experience	11/15/2007
Q: I am currently a cpc and will be graduating in may with my BA Business Admin/Healthcare Admin ... A: Job opportunities are limited without experience unless your program will support you in doing ...
about hospital administration	11/11/2007
Q: I have finished my BACHELORS DEGREE OF HOMOEOPATHY from india and i am intersted in hospital ... A: Each program will have its own policy regarding you eligibility and admission to programs. suggest ...
Hospital Adminstration	11/8/2007
Q: I have 23 years of Hospital experience as a Patient Care Tech, Unit Secretary, Supply Coordinator, ... A: Great work on your progress and hard work pursuing your degrees. There is not magic formula for ...
MHA after MBBS	11/7/2007
Q: First of all i congratulate you on your hardwork in answering different questions which are helpful ... A: Your instincts are correct regarding having some difficulty finding a senior position in healthcare ...
health care and management	11/5/2007
Q: I AM DOING INTERNSHIP IN BACHELORS OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY[4Y+6M OF INTERN] FROM INDIA AND WONDERING ... A: Since you are already in the field of occupational therapy, I suggest you give it a chance to see if ...
question	11/4/2007
Q: ,,is hospital management n hospital administration the same courses?what is the duration of the ... A: Yes, the field is known by several academic programs; healthcare administration, healthcare ...
Pay and education	11/2/2007
Q: I'm majoring in Public Relations and voulnteer at a huge hospital and was wondering what I need to ... A: The good jobs will depend much on what you might be interested in and your skills and background. ...
Healthcare Experience and Niche	11/2/2007
Q: I have a vocation nursing degree (LVN/LPN) and a Bsc in Business Administration with Emphasis in ... A: You may well be in a starting place. You have a good background for many roles in quality or ...
Hospital Financial Help	10/9/2007
Q: I know your profile said you know just a little about billing, I hope it's ok to see if you can give ... A: Check with the hospital's billing department and request financial assistance. There will be some ...
Hospital Administration	10/6/2007
Q: Mr. Lawson, I am currently a nursing home administrator with 7 years experience. I have been in the ... A: Sounds as if you are doing all the right things. Your experience may offset the tractional full ...
Hospital Collections	10/4/2007
Q: I had surgery about a month ago and my insurance covered all but $1,052. I knew that I would have ... A: Work directly with the hospital's billing department. Ask for their financial assistance policy and ...
MBA in hospital management / administration	10/4/2007
Q: i have done mbbs from reputed institution in india and also completed my post garduation in ... A: Not sure what program type you may be seeking. Traditional programs in the United States are listed ...
Accredited School not available	10/3/2007
Q: Lawson, I am a returning college student pretty much starting over in regards to education. I have ... A: Sounds as if you have done some research and I presume that Ohio State is not close enough for you ...
Universities or Colleges with business admin majors specific to hospital management	10/1/2007
Q: I note the hospitality industry looks at Cornell University or Michigan State University's hotel ... A: Suggest you go to www.aupha.org to see accredited programs in healthcare administration. You will ...
mba hospital management	9/30/2007
Q: i am a medicine graduate from india . want to pursue a career in hospital mangement in US . plz ... A: You first challenge will be to identify why you wish to pursue a career in administration vs. ...
Masters in Healthcare Administration	9/30/2007
Q: Lawson, I am working as Head of operations and marketing in a hospital in Dubai. I have almost 8-9 ... A: On line programs are acceptable in some areas but are not as well recognized as traditional programs ...
hospital admin	9/30/2007
Q: I just completed an MHA from Univ of Phoenix Online this past spring. My undergraduate work was in ... A: Keep in mind that you are already in the healthcare sector and hospitals are just one part of a ...
Pursuing an MBA with a concentration in HealthCare	9/26/2007
Q: I am currently studying to take the GMAT for MBA school (with a concentration in Healthcare) to ... A: It is very important that your program be accredited by AUPHA if you are pursuing a career as a ...
Finding a Job	8/31/2007
Q: My daughter has a new 4 year degree in Health Administration from the University of North Florida. ... A: Networking is the key to a job search in healthcare. She should be scheduling informational ...
career change	8/30/2007
Q: I have a BS in computer science and work experience in information services. Computer profgramming ... A: I suggest you continue exploring careers in health administration. You should try to set up ...
Career path	8/22/2007
Q: I have a bachelors in history, and over 15 years in professional sales and real estate. I recently ... A: I suggest you work a bit as the CST. Graduate school is fine, but suggest you get some insight into ...
Masters vs Training at work	8/21/2007
Q: I have been a certified nursing assistant(CNA) for the last 17 years.I have a BA and recently got a ... A: Seems as if you already have degrees needed to get into one of the AIT roles with long term care ...
Breaking into the field	8/20/2007
Q: I recently graduated Magna from George Washington University with a Bachelors in Clinical Management ... A: The reason they are suggesting the lab position is that it may be a good fit and a place to start. ...
Education Question	8/20/2007
Q: Mr. Lawson, I am currently attending the University of Wisconsin-Madison double majoring in ... A: The CEO is right. Go to www.aupha.org and link to various programs that are accredited by the ...
Choice	8/13/2007
Q: Mr Lawson What choice is better, MBA(Hospital Administration)or MPH, to gain broader knowledge for ... A: It is not so much the degree but what program you attend for your Masters. I suggest you go to ...
Healthcare/Hospital Admin Degree	8/12/2007
Q: Having a MHA degree, am I qualified to work as a Director of OB/GYN group? A: Do you meet the educational requirement, yes. Also your experience and background will be ...
What would be the best degree	8/8/2007
Q: I'm in my second year of college and I would like to major in Hospital Administration. I was ... A: The name of the degree is not as important as where you get it. Please go to www.aupha.org to see ...
Masters in Health Admin.	8/7/2007
Q: I am a senior in college getting a BA in Health and Society (Public Health) and wish to pursue an ... A: I typically recommend going direct to the masters degree, select programs that have opportunities to ...
Unauthorized tests	7/27/2007
Q: I live in California and had a medical emergency causing me to go a local clinic while I was ... A: The core of the issue is that you have an HMO and they tend not to assume responsibility for care ...
Health Adminstration	7/25/2007
Q: I am doing my Associates degree in allied health, with concentration in medical assisting. my full ... A: If you are setting your sights on a career in healthcare administration, you are on a good ...
Health Administration	7/17/2007
Q: I have a four-year degree in health administration and planning and a minor in business ... A: Sounds as if you are doing all the right things. Continue to get as much experience as you can ...
healthcare administration	7/14/2007
Q: i have a question, i am actually majoring in healthcare adminstration in Texas state, and my ... A: I typically recommend the bachelors program to nurses and other allied health professionals who are ...
healthcare administration	7/13/2007
Q: i have a question, i am actually majoring in healthcare adminstration in Texas state, and my ... A: I am somewhat unclear, are you currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in healthcare ...
Masters of Public Health	7/12/2007
Q: I have done B.E in Food technology from India and currently pursuing Masters Degree in Public Health ... A: Your background in food tech will not hold you back, assuming you get a good exposure to economics, ...
medical ethics	7/8/2007
Q: Lawson; very happy to see that you are well-versed in medical ethics. i will try to tell you this ... A: This is not a medical ethics issue, it is a personnel matter. And I am going to give you a response ...
schooling	6/28/2007
Q: I am going to school for a medical administrative specialist program in the fall. I'd like to ... A: It is really a matter of what you like and want to do. I can tell you that medical coding is a very ...
Fellowship In Hospital Administration	6/23/2007
Q: I am currently enrolled in MPH major in Hospital Administration at State University, Bangladesh. I ... A: Yes, indeed fellowships are difficult to find, especially in the United States where because their ...
MPT or MBA	6/19/2007
Q: I have completed my final year in physiotherapy. But i was planning to change my line to ... A: I cannot tell you if it is the right decision. The question is what is it you choose to do as a ...
Undergrad?	6/13/2007
Q: I am currently finishing my degree in CJUS (criminal justice), and I also have been in mid-level ... A: Since you have done some research, you may have gone to www.aupha.org to look at entrance ...
How MBA(Hosp. Management) will be usefull ...............	6/8/2007
Q: 1.Hello sir,I want to know how far MBA(hospital Management) will help for a fresher in B.H.M.S? ... A: Coursework in healthcare or hospital management is useful to those who wish to pursue career in ...
Undergraduate Reccommendation	6/7/2007
Q: How important is it to have work experience in the health care industry before applying to grad ... A: Experience in healthcare in not essential for graduate work. It does give some perspective as to ...
Health administration	6/5/2007
Q: I am a MD, MPH and I have interest in moving into health administration. Are my credentials ... A: Certainly your academic credentials are sufficient. The challenge will be to develop a network and ...
Research question	6/1/2007
Q: I am doing some genealogical research and came across the names of some doctors. I would very much ... A: When you say Walter Reed Hospital are you referring to Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington ...
Research question	6/1/2007
Q: I am doing some genealogical research and came across the names of some doctors. I would very much ... A: Physician licensing has been in place for many years but varies from state to state as to when it ...
getting foot in door	5/29/2007
Q: I am a Sr. loan officer now. BS in finance. How can i get my foot in the door to hospital admin.? Do ... A: Return to college and get a MBA or MHA is perhaps the most direct way to get a position in ...
What type of degree is best?	5/28/2007
Q: Good Evening- I have a diploma(3 yr)degree in nursing.My current field is Quality ... A: I would be inclined to recommend the BSN. As a nursing professional it represents a high level of ...
Hospital Administration	5/25/2007
Q: I am a nursing home administrator with almost 7 years experience. I am also working on my MBA. After ... A: Actually the MBA will complement your experience in health services. The important element will be ...
Attorney getting MBA	5/19/2007
Q: I am a practicing attorney for 10 years (products litigation litigation 50% of time and 50% of time ... A: It is difficult for me to provide much of a response. It would help if I could get some feel for ...
Medical Job Opportunities	5/4/2007
Q: I've always enjoyed medical literature and I'm thinking that I might like to pursue employment in ... A: First of all do not worry about you age, it is finding a job that you will enjoy is the most ...
Utilization Review	5/3/2007
Q: I have issues with the hospital regarding my husband's death and attempted to work thru it with the ... A: Sorry for your loss. No doubt this is a difficult time for you. I would suggest a call or meeting ...
Health Admin job	5/1/2007
Q: I graduated in may of 2005 from FAU with Bachelor of Health Services Degree, majoring in Health ... A: The key will be networking, networking, networking. Being out of the loop for a couple of years, ...
Schedule change	4/26/2007
Q: My mother who has been working the same shift for 10 years. Which she had every weekend off. The ... A: Each organization is somewhat different. If she is a represented employee,i.e. union, she should ...
Mental Hospital Procedures	4/21/2007
Q: What are the procedures when a patient dies in a mental Hospital? I would like to know what steps ... A: Given the nature of the request, I will assume the patient was in a lock down psychiatric unit in a ...
Mental Hospital Procedures	4/18/2007
Q: What are the procedures when a patient dies in a mental Hospital? I would like to know what steps ... A: They can vary depending on the nature of the patient and who might be the conservator, guardian, or ...
work restrictions	4/18/2007
Q: As a Mother/baby nurse, I have to rotate in the nursery for 12 hour shifts. We are allowed one 15 ... A: The infection control nurse can explain why there are restrictions on beverages in patient care ...
Carrier in hospital administration	4/8/2007
Q: I am a BBA(Hospital Administration)Graduate.i would like to know if MHA or MBA in Hospital ... A: A MHA or similar degree is essentially the basic degree for those who enter senior positions in ...
Expertise in HA	4/4/2007
Q: I am a M.D. and lately I am pursuing a MHA because I like this field and I see myself more in an ... A: As a physician many get administrative experience by working within the medical staff organization ...
Hospital Management	4/1/2007
Q: i am working as an medical transcriptionist for last three years and am a graduate from non-science ... A: I suggest that you go to www.aupha.org to see accredited programs in health administration. Go to ...
Healthcare Administration..	3/30/2007
Q: I was told you must have a degree (ex. nursing) prior to starting school to get your degree in ... A: There are both undergraduate and graduate programs that offer degrees in healthcare administration ...
University of the Philippines MHA degree	3/24/2007
Q: I have a master's degree in public administration and a Phd in management. I obtained both degrees ... A: Unless you have some hospital experience already you may have some difficulty employment since most ...
A little confused	3/23/2007
Q: I am currently a senior in high school and this is the only place that I could find to ask this ... A: Any of the majors you listed will likely meet the prerequisites for medical school, the focus needs ...
A little confused	3/22/2007
Q: I am currently a senior in high school and this is the only place that I could find to ask this ... A: Given you desire to go to medical school, I probably would recommend against pursuit of an ...
Reg best univs and job oppurtunities	3/17/2007
Q: i completed my MBBS degree in INDIA.I want to do MHA.can u plz advice me some good colleges to do ... A: There are many great schools for you to pursue an MHA. Much will depend upon you area of focus and ...
querry regarding interview(on 03/12)	3/8/2007
Q: I am a Dr and have just completed my MBBS degree from India. I have got a few interview calls for ... A: Typically you will need to address why you wish to enter into healthcare administration, ...
digital photos of wounds	2/21/2007
Q: Y.) and would like to know the legal guidlines/ramifications and possibly an agecny I can contact to ... A: The only significant issue is that you will need to have clear and full ...
MBA health management	2/12/2007
Q: I work as a dentist in a dental clinic from Bucharest,Romania.I am also the administrator of the ... A: I can only address programs in the United States. I would only recommend prograns accredited by ...
Unions	2/8/2007
Q: As a hospital administrator why would you be against unionization? A: Unionization is often the result of a failure of management to maintain trust and communication with ...
Case Study	1/8/2007
Q: I'm a new student in Hospital Administration collage,and i have this case study which i need your ... A: I typcically do not do homework problems by will weigh in on this briefly. There are two fundimental ...
healthcare administration	1/5/2007
Q: Sorry, I have to ask more. I am a mother and I am at school right now, and I am confused which major ... A: About half the students in graduate programs in healthcare administration are women, an indication ...
hospital chains and organizations	1/5/2007
Q: I would like to find out where I can get a list of the US hospital chains and broader organizations ... A: The most comprehensive directory of hospital, health systems, and other major health companies is ...
Opportunity	1/5/2007
Q: We all know that there is a lack of nurses and they are doing pretty much anything and everything ... A: There continues to be a growing demand for individuals who would like to go into healthcare ...
Career path Change to Healthcare Administation	1/5/2007
Q: I have been looking at this blog board and it has answered many of my questions I have had, thanks ... A: If your goal is to get an executive role, your primary aim will be to get accepted to an accredited ...
healthcare administration	1/5/2007
Q: If I graduate in B.S. healthcare administration will I be able to find a job already in the ... A: A bachelors degree in healthcare administration may qualify you for some jobs in healthcare, ...
Medical Bills in Collections	1/3/2007
Q: I was hospitalized summer 2006, and thought I was covered for emergency conditions through my school ... A: I suggest you deal directly with the hospital and other providers. Most hospitals have a policy to ...
hospital administration career	1/3/2007
Q: I did my MBBS (MD) from India. Iam currently in US applying for residency program. I had done all my ... A: I suggest you go to www.aupha.org to look at accredited programs in healthcare administration. ...
Lawyers in Health Care	12/30/2006
Q: I am a lawyer with about 10 years of experience in commercial and corporate law. I also have a ... A: There are many attorneys in healthcare leadership positions. Many are with the investor owned "for ...
Hospital Administration(Management)	12/16/2006
Q: I have done masters in chemistry from India. I am in London at the moment and my husband is a ... A: I am not fully familure with programs in England as I am in the United States and Canada. The ...
POLICIES, GUIDELINES, PROTOCOLS	11/17/2006
Q: We had a tragic end of life experience that (sort of) ended with a declaration of brain death. I ... A: As you have learned, most hospitals have a policy or policies (most have more than one that deal ...
Hospital administration	11/14/2006
Q: ------------------------------------------- The text above is a follow-up to ... Hospital ... A: The BA in healthcare administration does not have a lot of value unless you are already in the ...
Hospital Collections	11/14/2006
Q: Is there a timeline in which a hospital/physician must bill a patient for services. In October of ... A: While there are normal timeframes for billing sometimes there are extensive delays. What happens in ...
Financial	11/12/2006
Q: Can you tell me what a payer's rights are when a PPO contract is in place through a 3rd party and ... A: Regrettably that is the problem with many health plans, providers (hospitals and physicians) ...
Hospital administration	11/11/2006
Q: I would like to know more about your last stamtement on this subject. As, what other entensive ... A: Experience! Because of the complexity of the healthcare environment, without some real working with ...
MBA hospital administration	11/11/2006
Q: I am currently training in psychiatry in United Kingdom. I would like to do MBA in Hospital ... A: You would be best to aquire the Masters in Healthcare Administration from a country you are most ...
interview	11/1/2006
Q: i am studying medical admistration .i have to interview someone in my field.if you could answer my ... A: I am the President and CEO of a community hospital. Educational requirements for the position is a ...
hospital administration	10/27/2006
Q: I am a dentist i have done BDS now i am planning to go for HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATION just wanted to ... A: I cannot tell you if it is the right choice. You have invested a great deal in becoming a dentist. ...
hospital administration	10/26/2006
Q: I already have a JD degree and am currently studying for an MPH-Health Policy degree. With the ... A: The JD plus the MPH are impressive credentials and certainly would meet (exceed) academic ...
Non-profit Hospital donations privacy	10/26/2006
Q: We have a local non-profit hospital that makes donations to charitable organizations. Are those ... A: There is not legal right to that information unless it is a public (county, district, or state) ...
lines of communication	10/20/2006
Q: How would you establish effective lines of communication through all levels of a medical center for ... A: There is not simple answer for this question. Each medical center in organizaed somewhat ...
departments of a medical center	10/20/2006
Q: What are the interrelationships of the services of a medical center to address administrative ... A: This question is very broad. Teamwork and collaboration are essential as well a culture that ...
Advance Hospital Management	10/18/2006
Q: What all are the communication, strategic thinking and leadership skills and competencies required ... A: I am not sure there is a question here. There are countless books on each of these topics. You ...
medical admistration	10/17/2006
Q: I would like to know what are your duties in medical admistration ? A: healthcare administration is a broad field and includes administrative functions within public ...
Conduct	10/16/2006
Q: You may or may not have heard about a San Francisco cancer doctor being busted by Dateline for ... A: Quite simply, I would remove his license and ability to practice medicine. There may be some facts ...
Employment Opportunities	10/12/2006
Q: I am doing a report on career opportunities for certified Health Information Management ... A: Healthcare is the fastest growing sector in our economy. Our complex health system demands the ...
Key points for good Hospital Administration	10/8/2006
Q: Hai! I'm Anto Could you please tell me the key points to be noted and taken into consideration for ... A: I may need some more information on this question. Are you speaking of skills and competencies? ...
Oppurtunities of Hosp.Admin. in India	10/6/2006
Q: Sir, I have completed my B-Tech in Electronics & Communication and have worked for two years. ... A: Healthcare is the most rapidly growing sector and will have many opportunities in the future. Jobs ...
Hospital Administration Career with a MPH	10/5/2006
Q: I am a recent graduate from UIUC with a BS in Health Planning and Administration. I am interested in ... A: You will still have a good opportunity to be a senior healthcare executive (COO, CEO, or other ...
MHA Program	10/3/2006
Q: Lawson, I have a B.Sc. in Psychology and have worked full-time as a research assistant in different ... A: As long as you have the basic prerequisite courses, you experience seems to certainly meet the needs ...
Hospital Administration	10/2/2006
Q: I am a undergrad. student, My goal is to become a hospital administrator, what undergraduate degree ... A: There are many options. Certainly a degree that meets the prerequisites for graduate school ...
Entry level position in health administration	9/27/2006
Q: Mr. Lawson, I would some day like to do what you are doing. I have a B.S. in Human biology and ... A: You will not find opportunities typically in newspapers for roles as hospital administrators. ...
Salary	9/10/2006
Q: What are salary and benefits for a hospital administrator? A: There is a wide variation in the compensation of hospital administrators. Entry level positions ...
Administrator in training	9/5/2006
Q: I am a recent college graduate and I would like to go into hospital administration. Recently I have ... A: I am not aware of any credible non-collegate institution that can provide the academic and support ...
Hospital Administration	9/1/2006
Q: Sir, Am doing my Masters in Hospital Administration at Amrita Institute, Cochin. I would like to ... A: Unless you have a specific area of interest in pursuing this degree, stick with the basics that all ...
Roles and Authority	8/29/2006
Q: What is "normally" the chain of command in a hospital or medical center. For example: ... A: The typical chain of command is the Governing Board which provides overal governance and ...
Hospital Administration	7/25/2006
Q: I have practised dentistry for 2yrs.Since the past one year I have been working with a dental ... A: Healthcare is one of the fastest growing sectors for employment and there are many opportunities. I ...
interviews	7/25/2006
Q: My Masters Degree is in Counseling and I have applied for an assistant director of clinics position ... A: You can make you degree more attractive by your ability to demonstate how the degree had value in ...
amnesia patients	7/19/2006
Q: Let's say he's completely all right ,except he's amnesia and no one has come to claim him.Where does ... A: All hospital have a Social Services function. Discharge planning occurs for all patients. In this ...
General	7/14/2006
Q: My name is Alicia Johnson. I am currently a student at IUPUI. I am majoring in Health Informatics ... A: I typically do not disclose private information such as phone numbers and addresses on line. I also ...
Healthcare Admistration	7/14/2006
Q: I recently graduated from my university in Dec 06 with a psychology degree. I am very interested in ... A: I am not sure that a Masters in Healthcare Administration is the right track for philanthrophy and ...
Doctorate in hospital administration	7/12/2006
Q: I am currently a speech and language pathologist completing my clinical fellowship year. I have an ... A: A Doctorate in healthcare administration is typically a credential for those who wish to teach and ...
physican and hospital administration	7/11/2006
Q: I am a practicing physician in emergency medicine. I have been unsatisfied in my role of helping ... A: As you know there is a growing need for physician leadership in healthcare. While I am sorry you do ...
re:information	7/1/2006
Q: sir, i am a graduate in dentistry and have done post graduation in masters in health services ... A: I am not familure with the specific job market in India. I will tell you that the most important ...
MPA working in Hosp. Administration	6/29/2006
Q: Lawson, I have a BA in English and Poli-Sci and a Master of Public Administration. I worked in ... A: You apprear to have a good general background and education but without recent work experience ...
career opportunities on doing hospital administration	6/15/2006
Q: respected sir, iam a dental docter, just finished my course from a reputed college in INDIA, ... A: I regret that I do not have a better information on global training in this field but can give you ...
experience?	5/2/2006
Q: my name is Bryan. I am a junior at the University of Iowa. I am interested in a career in Health ... A: I appreciate your interest in Health Administration. It is a great field with many opportunities ...
MBA Helathcare mangement	3/14/2006
Q: I have finished M.D(General Medicine) in Aug 2004, and presently working for CRO(Contarct Research ... A: There are many options for you to take courses towards an MBA or Masters in Healthcare ...
online MBA	2/12/2006
Q: Respected Sir, i am pursuing my bachelor's degree in nursing from a very reputed college in india.in ... A: I would suggest you go to www.aupha.org to see programs that are fully accredited. From there you ...
medical administration	1/27/2006
Q: I am doing wardrobe portfolio project for college. I want to know what do medical administration ... A: What medical assistance wear is different depending on thier work setting. Most MA's work in ...
The Future of Health Services	1/26/2006
Q: There is obviously a lot of growth potential in the area of health services administration (aging ... A: The aging population is what is making the resources available for medical payments limited, more ...
information regarding MBA HOSPITAL MANAGEMENT/MASTERS IN HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATION	1/23/2006
Q: I AM PURSUING MY FINAL YEAR BPT(BACHELORS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY) FROM A REPUTED UNIVERSITY IN INDIA. I ... A: I appreciate your interest in Healthcare Administration. Yes, it is possible for a newly graduated ...
masters in hospital administration	11/9/2005
Q: my husband is a physician in the philippines and currently holds a job as a company physician for a ... A: There is not best university in this case. Much depends on his specific area of interest. I ...
Graduate Programs	11/9/2005
Q: - I would like to be in a hospital setting and had looked at the University of Alabama at Birmingham ... A: You will have difficulty finding an internship without completing either a bachelors or masters ...
Health Administration	11/2/2005
Q: I am currently a sophmore in college with a public administration, and i want to get a masters in ... A: Congratulations on you progress in college and your interest in healthcare administration. Its is a ...
Graduate Programs	10/31/2005
Q: I am currently a Junior at the University of Mississippi, studying Managerial Finance. I have been ... A: Congratulations on your progress in college and your decision to explore a career in healthcare ...
Hospitals with "John Doe" patients	10/8/2005
Q: Can you please tell me what these hospitals are called and how I can find a hospital like this to ... A: This is somewhat unusual situation. Virtually any hospital could have an unidentified patient but ...
MS/ Phd In Hospital Administration	7/4/2005
Q: I am a Post Graduate In Hospital Administration from India.I have 2yrs of work ex with two very ... A: There are limited opportunities. I suggest you look at the web site for the American College of ...
feloney	6/4/2005
Q: will i have trouble finding a job as a medical assistant or a medical biller with felony convictions ... A: Yes, criminal background can affect employment in many healthcae settings. Hospitals and other ...
HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATION	5/1/2005
Q: Lawson, i am really interested to know the job oppurtunity for me in the united states or in ... A: This is a very broad question. You might try www.ache.org. the web site for the American College of ...
Getting in	4/21/2005
Q: I am a 26 year old trying to find my way into Hospital Administration. I obtained my MBA in May of ... A: I understand the difficulty in finding opportunities in healthcare administration, it is often ...
EMPLOYMENT	1/25/2005
Q: I have been "recruited" by a Management Recruiting Agency in Los Angeles, Ca. I am a Senior Health ... A: There is not short answer to this question. It apprears you have good credentials and background. ...
Hospital Billing Unbundling	1/18/2005
Q: I have been charged $4200/day (6 days) for "Room & Board" (R&B) @ St. Barnabas Hospital in NJ - this ... A: Bundling is common in all hospital billing practices. What is most confusing regarding your inquiry ...
Good Afternoon! My name is...	1/14/2005
Q: Good Afternoon! My name is Cassady and I'm a middle school student in Michigan. We are researching ... A: I appreciate your focus and decision to pursue a specific career at such a young age. Most medical ...
Guide me please	12/8/2004
Q: i have done my masters in hospital management from apollo institute of hospital administration from ... A: Regrettably, I do not have significant knowledge of opprtunities outside of U.S. health facilities. ...
Medical Billing, coding & transcribing	11/28/2004
Q: I was thinking about taking some courses or getting a certicate in the above fields. My questions ... A: Much of the answer is in where you might want to end up in a career. Medical coding is one of those ...
volunteering	11/21/2004
Q: Yes, what do suggest as far as volunteering to help ensure my addmittance to a highly competitive ... A: Any experience in health care settings can be of value in the selection process for these programs. ...
Decision Support Analyst	9/3/2004
Q: I am applying for a job within my hospital for decision support analyst and am looking for advise as ... A: Typically, Decision Support requires strong quantitative skills including statistics, use of ...
Occupational Therapist	8/18/2004
Q: My daughter despite graduating from a excellent private college with a 3.5 grade cum has failed her ... A: Health care careers offer many opportunities and it is unfortunate that your daughter had to settle ...
Career as Hospital Administrator	7/29/2004
Q: I have a Bachelors fo Science Degree(Business Administration) from Texas A&M. I also have 2 years ... A: You seem to be on the right track towards a career in Helathcare administration. The field ...
Gettting Foot int he door	7/20/2004
Q: Lawson: Thank you for your time and generosity. It is greatly appreciated. My name is Danny ... A: You begin by what you are doing, researching and asking questions about the field. Your business ...
Work Experience before getting a masters	7/14/2004
Q: I've researched several masters programs in health services administration and many schools ... A: The experience requirment does vary at different universities. Any type of health care or business ...
Hospital chain of command	6/22/2004
Q: You wouldn't happen to know the chain of command in an average hospital, would you? Who are the ... A: At most hospitals, medical staffs are seperate structures from the hospital operational structure. ...
Community	6/1/2004
Q: I was really startled to see a reply in less than 24 hours! I really apprectiate that. My next ... A: As a healthcare executive I spend considerable time in legislative advocacy and policy development ...
How to get my foot in the door	5/31/2004
Q: Hey Michael, I've just seen this website for the first time and it's answering many of my ... A: Chris, You are doing exactly what you need to do, get back in school and begin networking with ...
Foot in the Door	5/22/2004
Q: Mr. Lawson, I graduated last year with a BS in Business Administration with an emphasis in ... A: Entry level for most postions in healthcare are at the masters level, typically during the graduate ...
hospital administration	4/22/2004
Q: I am currently in the process of graduating, with a BS in Biology. I was looking to get my Masters ... A: I suggest that you look at www.aupha.org and www.ache.org, these are professional organizations that ...
What Now	4/20/2004
Q: I have a bachelors degree in Health Information and have been coding for 5yrs. Currently I am ... A: A masters degree is not a must in order to move up, but it is clearly the standard these days. One ...
health information mangement	6/18/2003
Q: Explain how the functions and activities of a heakth information service can support a health ... A: This is actually very complex. Health Information Services and the technology its supports is ...
?	4/11/2003
Q: Michael! I like to find a job in the hospital. Do you have any suggestions in approaching this ... A: You may have some challenges finding a job in hospitals doing acupuncture. Some facilities do ...
OFFICE POLICIES	4/2/2003
Q: i manage a 3 dr clinic. our newly completed policy manual includes 3 pd days off for funeral of ... A: Your policy is fair and consistant with most healthcare and businesses including those with ...
Health Administration	2/24/2003
Q: What are some pros and cons of working in the health administration field? A: Healthcare administration is one of the most complex working environments. The complexity is ...
Researching Hospital Administration	2/2/2003
Q: I am currently a student at the University of Arkansas. This fall I will be attending graduate ... A: Congratualtions on acceptance to the program at Arkansas. No doubt you have done some exploration ...
Nursing shortage	1/30/2003
Q: Michael, My name is Mary Jane Hendershot. I am a staff writer for the IUPUI college newspaper. I ... A: There are many standards for staffing patient care units and they vary significantly from state to ...
Healthcare Career	12/30/2002
Q: Lawson, Hello, my name is Bryce and I am doing a career project, and I was wondering if you could ... A: I will answer these questions in somewhat of a generalized form rather than specific to my current ...
hospital	9/5/2002
Q: I was just wondering if you could tell me about the different types of nurses, and how much school i ... A: There are two basic types of nurses, licensed vocational nurses (LVN) and registered nurses (RN). ...
health care organization	5/11/2002
Q: I have a homework question that I am having a difficult time answering. Please help.. 1. The ... A: Since you suggested that the weekily meetings were to promote team effectiveness, that is a clue ...
Hosptial policy on patients with amnesia	4/5/2002
Q: Hypothetical situation: A man hits his head in a freak accident and gets a concussion. When he wakes ... A: The hospital performs all services needed to take care of immediate medical needs. He is registered ...
Hospital Administration - Just a few questions!	2/14/2002
Q: 1. What high school classes and college majors do you recommend for potential hosital ... A: 1. High school classes and college classes recommended for those moving on to graduate school in ...
Federal financial reporting	1/19/2002
Q: I understand there is a site at the Federal level where individual hospital "statement of operation" ... A: A statement of operation is filed with each hospitals cost report at part of their participation in ...
Hospital Administration	10/24/2001
Q: Mr. Lawson, My name is Cody McSwain a junior accounting major at The Citadel in Charleston, South ... A: Sorry for the delay in responding. It is a pleasure for me to provide some response to your ...
Employment	10/15/2001
Q: I am nearing graduation to receive a Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental medicine. I plan ... A: You have raised a somewhat difficult question regarding your career. Clearly the growth of ...
career	8/15/2001
Q: Do you know anything about medical assistants? Do you know if there are any requirements to become ... A: Regret the delay in responding. Medical Assistants is a rapidly growing field in healthcare. ...
dear sir, I am doing masters...	6/21/2001
Q: I am doing masters in Health Care Management at MERCER university ,atlanta.I will be completeing it ... A: From a global perspective, there are numerous opportunities in health services administration. With ...
Education	4/18/2001
Q: I am currently investigating hospital administration as a career. I will graduate from Houghton ... A: The typical entry degree for positions in healthcare administration is a Masters in Health ...

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