TractManager Expert:
Kevin Hodges
Kevin Hodges joined MD Buyline in 1996. Prior to his current role of director of operations, he served as director of member services, where he assisted MD Buyline members in developing purchasing strategies to maximize their savings. Mr. Hodges also spent time as an analyst for MD Buyline’s Purchased Services program and continues to provide training to the Research & Analysis, Account Management, and Marketing teams.
Kevin Hodges received a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas Tech University.
Kevin Hodges, BS
Director of Operations
Automate and Standardize Pharmacy Decision-Making
Pharmacy workflow software increases efficiency and compliance .Adding a new drug to your hospital’s formulary is complicated and time-consuming. A Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee...
Avoid Healthcare Contracting Compliance Risks
Monitor and report on provider total compensation, time/activities, and potential conflicts of interest. Healthcare contracting is risky business. Contracts must comply with state, federal, and...
The Dangers of Getting Too Friendly With Your Suppliers
Ensure that your supplier relationships are not working against you. Personal relationships with healthcare vendors can unduly influence purchasing decisions and prevent you from getting the best...
Top 10 Negotiating Strategies
Skilled negotiators are like musical virtuosos. They have an extensive repertoire of tactics from which to draw, and they know when and how to make them a part of their performance. But negotiating healthcare contracts for capital, purchased services, and IT services can test the artistry of even the most masterful negotiator.