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Cap Available for Redistribution to Teaching Hospitals – Section 5506 Rounds 21 and 22
As part of the 2025 IPPS Proposed Rules released on April 10, 2024, CMS announced two recent hospital closures which will utilize the Sectio

Scott Masin, MBA
Apr 17, 20241 min read


Potential GME Impact Following CMS 2025 IPPS Proposed Rules
On April 10, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services published the 2025 IPPS Proposed Rules. There are several new proposed rules which...

Scott Masin, MBA
Apr 15, 20242 min read


2024 Match Day Trends & Germane Solutions’ Impact on New Program Development
Following the 2024 Match Day, Germane Solutions was excited to see the newly matched residents secure positions in various residency...

Scott Masin, MBA
Apr 12, 20242 min read


Addressing the Mental Health Crisis: Expanding Psychiatry Residency Programs
In our post-pandemic world, the need to prioritize mental and emotional well-being has never been more prevalent. Mental Health America...

Claire Hauck
Apr 11, 20243 min read


Impact on GME Funding: DGME Penalty Removal and New State Funding Mechanisms
Recent adjustments to Medicare funding in Graduate Medical Education (GME) are reshaping the way institutions are leveraging funding...

Scott Masin, MBA
Mar 28, 20242 min read


Meaning in Medicine: Germane’s Difference
As we anticipate the forthcoming 2024 ACGME Annual Educational Conference, it serves as a poignant reminder of the hurdles surmounted in...

Susan Hearn-Stiffler
Mar 4, 20243 min read


Creating a Canopy and Strengthening Our Roots in Academic Medicine and GME
In the intricate landscape of Academic Medicine and Graduate Medical Education (GME), one truth remains undeniable: the path to...

Susan Hearn-Stiffler
Feb 23, 20243 min read


Bridging the Gap: The Importance of Black Physicians for Health Equity
In the ongoing quest to tackle racial health disparities, one powerful yet often overlooked solution lies in the representation of Black...

Embrace Employee Resource Group
Feb 20, 20241 min read


Maximizing Learning Environments: The Benefits of MGMEAAs
With an impressive 402 hospitals actively participating in these agreements, Germane Solutions wants to review the benefits that arise from

Scott Masin, MBA
Jan 31, 20241 min read


A Year-End Message From Our CEO: Celebrating Achievements, Expressing Gratitude, and Looking Forward to 2024
As we approach the close of 2023, I am filled with gratitude and pride as I reflect on the remarkable journey we've undertaken together....

Susan Hearn-Stiffler
Dec 21, 20232 min read


How Can GME Further Your Hospital’s Overall Strategy?
Every hospital has a strategic plan – what’s yours? Learn about the impact, timing, and benefits of GME.

Caroline Toth
Nov 28, 20233 min read


Leveraging Social Media in Your Residency Recruitment Strategy
In the ever-evolving landscape of Graduate Medical Education (GME), residency programs face growing competition to recruit high-quality...

Hunter Rich
Sep 19, 20231 min read


The Vital Role of Effective Programmatic Branding in Residency Recruitment
Residency recruitment is a critical process for medical institutions, as it sets the foundation for the future of healthcare. To attract...

Madelynn Ahlborn, MPH
Sep 19, 20231 min read


Navigating Healthcare Transformation: Challenges, Opportunities, and the Road Ahead
As we embark on the latter half of the year, an array of trends is poised to shape the trajectory and delivery of healthcare services....

Susan Hearn-Stiffler
Aug 14, 20233 min read


FY 2024 Final IPPS Rules Published
In April of this year, the FY 2024 Proposed IPPS Rulings brought forth several adjustments that would beneficially impact the Graduate...

Germane Solutions
Aug 11, 20232 min read


Developing an Interprofessional Learning Strategy: Fostering Collaborative Care
In today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, where patient needs have become increasingly complex, the significance of...

Susan Hearn-Stiffler
Jul 18, 20234 min read


The US Supreme Court’s Decision on Affirmative Action and the Medical Field’s Response
In June, the Supreme Court issued a decision that bars colleges and universities from using race-conscious, or affirmative action,...

Germane Solutions
Jul 7, 20233 min read


The ABS EPA Project: A Paradigm Shift in Surgical Training Assessment
The American Board of Surgery (ABS) is taking a step forward in modernizing how surgical training is assessed and evaluated. The ABS...

Brooke Moore
May 22, 20233 min read


Medicare GME Affiliation Agreements: Criteria, Optimization, & Benefits to the Learning Environment
Medicare GME affiliation agreements (MGMEAA) are agreements that are leveraged between two or more teaching hospitals to optimize...

Jon Scaglione, CPA
Apr 25, 20233 min read


FY 2024 IPPS GME Update
The FY 2024 Proposed IPPS Rulings, brought forth several adjustments that would beneficially impact the Graduate Medical Education (GME)...

Jon Scaglione, CPA
Apr 25, 20232 min read
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