Assignment 04

Leadership in Healthcare

Directions: Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English, spelling, and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be four (4) double-spaced pages; refer to the “Assignment Format” page located on the Course Home page for specific format requirements.

Respond to the following:

1. Discuss the similarities and differences between transformational leadership and transactional leadership.

2. Discuss strategy implementation in regards to transformational and transactional roles.

3. What is the responsibility of leaders (in the healthcare organization) in regards to empowerment and evaluating efficiency and effectiveness?

4. CMS has shifted its focus from simply paying the bills to rewarding value and penalizing poor care. Give an example of how CMS will penalize hospitals for poor care.