Kada Health

Hospitals are being asked to do the impossible: elevate quality while absorbing financial strain, workforce shortages and growing patient expectations. As many leadership teams reflect on 2025 performance and set priorities for 2026, one theme is clear. Effort isn’t the issue. The real challenge is the absence of a system that aligns leadership, operations and strategy. At Kada Health, we help hospitals bridge that gap. Our structured management approach, turnaround support and disciplined operating model give organizations the clarity and stability they need heading into the new year. If 2026 is the year you’re aiming for stronger performance and more predictable results, we can help you get there. https://lnkd.in/gfaj3Siw #HealthcareLeadership #OperationalExcellence #2026Planning #PerformanceImprovement

Healthcare organizations are facing unprecedented operational strain, and nursing leaders are feeling it most. Sustaining quality, stabilizing teams and improving efficiency requires hands-on experience that goes beyond theory. That’s why we’re proud to welcome laura reed as Kada Health’s newest Senior Advisor for Nursing Leadership & Healthcare Operations. Laura has spent her career leading large, complex health systems through transformation with a focus on people, processes and performance. Her expertise strengthens our mission of helping providers achieve best-in-class results. Read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/gps5ktbe #NursingLeadership #HealthcareOperations #HealthcarePerformance

The pace of change in healthcare doesn’t slow down for leadership transitions. Yet too often, health systems delay critical decisions while searching for the “perfect” permanent hire at the cost of performance, morale and margin Interim leaders aren’t placeholders — they’re changemakers. At Kada Health, our experienced interim executives help you: • Navigate change with stability • Refocus your team • Keep key initiatives moving Need a proven leader while you search for the right long-term fit? We’re ready to help. https://lnkd.in/g9NxGb5Q #InterimLeadership #HealthcareOperations #LeadershipSupport #TurnaroundLeadership

Misconceptions about the healthcare market shape policies, contract negotiations and even public perception. But what if the assumptions we rely on aren’t true? This carousel highlights three widely accepted myths — and the realities Shane Cerone and Dr. Sam Flanders discussed on the Relentless Health Value Podcast. If you’re making decisions about cost, quality or pricing strategy, this is essential context. 💡 Read the full breakdown here: https://lnkd.in/gmZZGPUH #HealthcareLeadership #Transparency #HealthSystemPerformance

📉 A new Aon survey sends a clear message: For U.S. hospitals, cost management has now surpassed talent retention as the #1 strategic priority for 2025. Even more telling? Only 14% of health systems believe employees fully understand their total rewards package. This gap between spend and perceived value is exactly where performance breaks down. At Kada Health, we see this as a critical inflection point: 💡 Smarter cost structure + clearer communication = a more engaged, sustainable workforce. Full report: https://lnkd.in/gndWFxY2 #HospitalLeadership #HealthSystemStrategy #EmployeeValue #TotalCostOfCare

One of the most persistent beliefs in healthcare is that lowering costs somehow risks lowering quality. But every high-performing system proves the opposite. When teams are empowered, workflows are redesigned and variation is reduced, quality increases while cost falls. That’s not a theory. It’s a pattern. Hospitals that target ~160–180% of Medicare rates are showing it’s possible to deliver exceptional outcomes without financial strain. The challenge? Letting go of outdated assumptions and embracing modern operating models. Our latest blog explores these myths and what really drives performance. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gKFKVWAy #OperationalExcellence #HospitalLeadership #HealthSystemTransformation

Unchecked hospital pricing continues to challenge affordability and access across the healthcare system. At the National Alliance Annual Forum, Kada Health CEO Shane Cerone joined leaders nationwide to discuss employer-led solutions for creating transparency, accountability and fair pricing. Learn more about the event and why this conversation matters: https://lnkd.in/g8tugjSc

We’re looking forward to connecting with healthcare leaders and changemakers at the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions Annual Forum this week! Kada Health’s President & CEO, Shane Cerone, will speak on the panel “No More Blank Checks: A Movement to Rein in Hospital Prices” on Nov. 11 — addressing how rising costs, lack of transparency and pricing power impact America’s employers and families. If you’re attending, be sure to connect with Shane and join this important conversation tomorrow. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gqU8Qc5C #HealthcareLeadership #HospitalPricing #HealthSystemTransformation #NatAllForum

Healthcare leaders know the cost of turnover. But what if retention started with something as simple and powerful as pay equity? Our recent white paper breaks down how competitive, fair compensation fuels employee engagement, service quality and financial performance. 💡 See the data behind better workforce strategies: https://lnkd.in/dPwvhM9c

Behind every thriving healthcare organization is a leadership team that’s aligned, supported and focused on results. At Kada Health, we work alongside hospital and health system leaders to strengthen operations, improve financial stability and build cultures of excellence that last. Because achieving best-in-class performance isn’t just a goal — it’s a continuous journey. Discover how we can help your team accelerate progress: https://lnkd.in/g4EA6Dfc #HealthcareManagement #HospitalLeadership #PerformanceImprovement #HealthcareTransformation