Important Announcement
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Good afternoon!
I want to share some exciting news about Franciscan Healthcare: We are one of 19 critical-access hospitals that are founding members of the new Nebraska High Value Network.
The purpose of the Nebraska High Value Network is to provide the benefits of size and shared resources to support members as independent hospitals focused on the unique needs of their communities.
As a member of the network, we can take advantage of shared investments that would be beyond the means of our hospital on its own. For example, the network will invest in a clinical data-sharing platform that helps patients take steps to get the care they need when they need it.
The cornerstone of the NHVN is a clinically integrated network (CIN) caring for nearly 300,000 patients at the 19 member hospitals. A Clinical Integration Committee, with a physician from each member hospital, will lead efforts to enhance quality and care coordination, and reduce administrative burdens for medical providers.
The hospitals in the network also will work together on measures to lower the cost of purchasing equipment and services. Our hospital can choose which of these collaborations to participate in.
The Nebraska High Value Network is built on the belief that our member hospitals can achieve more by working together. Strengthening rural hospitals to allow them to remain independent is the best way to serve the healthcare needs of our community for the long term.
If you have any questions, please click on the button below to download the file.
Sincerely,
Tyler Toline, CEO
Franciscan Healthcare
