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The Importance of Humility and a Memorable, Forgettable Rating Meeting
Rating meetings should include a meaningful discussion of notable achievements along with a frank, no-spin discussion of the risks the organization is facing. This balance will build credibility with the rating analyst and, ultimately, the rating committee.
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Steward Files for Bankruptcy and It Feels All Too Familiar
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Days Cash on Hand Does Not Tell the Full Liquidity Story
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Slow to Upgrade, Quick to Downgrade?
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Three Must-Haves for Every Rating Presentation
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Downgrades Topple Upgrades: 5 Key Takeaways from Rating Activity in 2023
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Three Things Board Members Should Know When Attending Rating Agency Meetings
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Uncertainty Regarding Covenant Compliance Continues
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Downgrades and the Rating Sword of Damocles
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Inside Rating Committee: Five Things to Know
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Hitting the Reset Button – The Sequel
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The Sky Is Orange and the Bottom Line Is Red
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The Bumpy Road to Breakeven
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The End of the Public Health Emergency Adds to Hospital Financial Uncertainty
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Financial “Twindemic” and the Impact on Ratings
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Ratings Tolerance During Financial Turbulence
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Lisa Goldstein is a nationally recognized analyst, speaker, writer, and expert on not-for-profit healthcare. At Kaufman Hall, she is a member of the Treasury and Capital Markets practice and Thought Leadership team.
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