“I approach everything I do first with a data-driven mindset,” Raif Erim, the Executive Vice President of Strategy for RCCS and Regents, explains. “And then with ‘okay, what are we really trying to accomplish?’ To me, it’s all about problem-solving.”
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Raif credits this strategic mindset to the success of his career so far and intends to lean into it as the recent merger between RCCS and Regents redefines his role. Of course, his adaptability and willingness to take on new roles have also helped him get to where he is today. 

By: Juan Arredondo and Bri Driggers

In part three of our free webinar series, Regulatory & Compliance Issues, RCCS President Melody W. Mulaik took the lead to discuss the nuances and challenges of opening and operating an outpatient-based IR lab (OBL) from a regulatory and compliance viewpoint. In this online webinar, Raif Erim and Sheila Sferrella joined her to discuss valid points for those considering an OBL versus an ambulatory surgery center (ASC). 
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This blog summarizes the important points mentioned in the online webinar such as advantages and disadvantages from a compliance standpoint, reimbursement differences, documentation, tax requirements, and much more. Learn why now is a critical time to consider OBL opportunities in the market.

By: Juan Arredondo and Bri Driggers

Thinking of opening an Outpatient-Based Lab (OBL)? There are a few things you should consider prior to investing time and capital in the set-up process. The online webinar we held this month, “How to set up an OBL,“ answers questions related to this topic and covers several important notes you may not have previously thought about. 
The experts at Regents have over 25 years of experience improving performance, positioning, and consulting healthcare organizations for success. During the webinar, Regents Executive Vice Presidents Raif Erim and Sheila Sferrella used their expertise in the industry to answer the following questions relating to OBLs:

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By: Bri Driggers and Juan Arredondo

In the online webinar, Compensation Analysis and Fair Market Value (FMV), Regents Executive Vice Presidents Raif Erim and Sheila Sferrella, along with RCCS President Melody W. Mulaik, provided their unique perspectives on the pros and cons of Outpatient-Based Labs (OBL) for interventional services.

Raif and Sheila are top experts on setting up outpatient facilities and ensuring efficiency. The webinar pointed out important points whenever considering OBLs that could be deciding factors for your healthcare practice. If you are considering an outpatient-based IR Lab or are curious about them, we invite you to read our five-part webinar series.