Case Study: Clara Barton Medical Center strengthens revenue cycle and expands services with Cerner

Clara Barton Medical Center cuts A/R days from 48 to 39.1 with Cerner

Clara Barton Medical Center, a rural critical access hospital, faced the significant challenge of maintaining financial stability and avoiding the closure trend affecting many similar facilities. To achieve this, they partnered with vendor Cerner to implement its electronic health record (EHR) and Cerner Revenue Cycle Management system, seeking a strategic platform to serve both its hospital and clinic settings efficiently.

By implementing Cerner's revenue cycle solution, the hospital achieved stable financial footing and measurable operational improvements. The results included a reduction in accounts receivable (A/R) days from 48 to 39.1, which provided the cash flow necessary to fund expansions. This strong financial performance allowed Clara Barton to open a new clinic, build a permanent MRI suite, and purchase a robotic surgical system, all while weathering the financial pressures of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Clara Barton Medical Center

Jim Blackwell

Chief Executive Officer