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Fixed Fee Partnership™
One Agreement. One Monthly Fee. No Long-Term Commitment.
Fixed Fee Partnership™
One Agreement. One Monthly Fee. No Long-Term Commitment.
Whether for a large health system or a single hospital, the Fixed Fee Partnership™ (FFP) can benefit you. Specifically, this novel partnership covers the vast majority of your compensation valuation projects under one service agreement with a customized, fixed monthly fee and no long-term commitment.
Our innovative FFP structure, back by Stout’s team of professional experts and Automated FMV Solutions™, transforms regulatory compliance into a seamless, cost-effective process — ensuring your organization gains efficiency, peace of mind, and cost clarity.
Common Arrangement Types Included in FFP
Employment
On-Call Coverage
Independent Contractor Arrangements
Medical Directorships
Stipends/Collection Guarantees for Hospital-Based Physician Services
CPT Code Compensation Arrangements
Inpatient Dialysis Services
Lithotripsy
Revenue Guarantee/Recruitment
Teaching/GME
Ambulance/Transport
Other arrangement types customized for your needs
Our FFP Clients
Private and Publicly Traded Health Systems
Not-For-Profit and Faith-Based Health Systems
State and Regional Health Systems
Community Access Hospitals, Safety Net Hospitals, Single Hospitals, and Rural Hospital Systems
Benefits
Customized fixed monthly fee covers most provider compensation arrangements
25% annual savings on average
Budget-friendly - no surprise invoices
Improved FMV compliance efficiencies
Case Studies With Proven Value to Our Clients
| A national private health system operating across nearly 90 hospitals faced mounting challenges in managing its FMV review process. With a growing number of provider compensation arrangements, the organization struggled to keep pace with the demands of maintaining compliance while addressing inefficiencies in their existing processes. These challenges not only created financial strain but also hindered their ability to efficiently recruit and retain top providers. The system's efforts were further complicated by the rising costs and operational burdens associated with FMV compliance, highlighting the need for a faster, more streamlined approach to support their recruitment goals and regulatory obligations. |
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| A national for-profit health system operating under a corporate integrity agreement (CIA) with the OIG faced significant operational and compliance challenges. With limited internal personnel resources, the organization struggled to meet the stringent requirements of the CIA, which mandated rigorous oversight of provider compensation arrangements. Ensuring compliance with FMV and commercial reasonableness standards for 100% of its provider compensation agreements placed an overwhelming burden on their internal teams, creating inefficiencies and increasing the risk of non-compliance. The need for a reliable, systematic approach to manage these obligations became a critical priority. |
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| A not-for-profit health system located in the southern United States faced mounting financial constraints in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Rising labor expenses placed significant pressure on their operational budgets, making it increasingly difficult to balance cost containment efforts with the need to maintain a robust and effective compliance program. As the organization sought to optimize its FMV spend, it grappled with the challenge of achieving these financial objectives without compromising the integrity or rigor of its compliance standards. These competing priorities created an urgent need for a sustainable strategy to manage resources while adhering to regulatory requirements. |
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