Report demonstrates R1’s ongoing commitment to corporate accountability and sustainability
MURRAY (UTAH), March 01, 2022 (GLOBE NETWORKWIRE) R1 RCM Inc.(NASDAQ:RCM), a pioneer in technology-driven solutions that transform healthcare providers’ financial performance and patient experience, today released its 2021 Environmental, Social, and Governance Report. It demonstrates its continued focus and commitment to developing a best-in class ESG program.
R1s 2021 ESG ReportIts mission is to simplify healthcare. R1 is committed to making healthcare easier by improving the patient experience and providing technology. These commitments, which are highlighted throughout the report with expanded narration and metrics, support and align leading ESG frameworks such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and industry-based ESG guidelines recommended by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (TFCRD).
According to the ESG report, R1’s 2021 accomplishments include:
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R1 Entri launches, allowing patients to search, book and register for care in one place.
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Recipient of a 100% rating on Human Rights Campaigns Corporate Equality Index.
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To improve its HR processes and support and track candidate lists for senior leadership positions and promotions, to achieve long-term diverse leadership targets (50% female globally and 30% racial/ethnic diversity U.S.).
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The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University has partnered with Northwestern University to graduate its first cohort of executive leaders. It also launched its first cohort of students in the RUSH Health Systems Management Executive Track Masters program.
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Volunteering more than 15,500 hours and supporting over 670 organizations through its Helping Hands charitable program.
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In India, the company has committed to planting 10,600 trees within the next 5 year. One tree will be planted for each of its employees in India to improve air quality and forest coverage.
Joe Flanagan, R1’s president and chief executive officer, stated that to sustain business performance, it is not just about delivering results but also measuring what drives them. Our ESG efforts constantly challenge us to perform better. Im proud of the dedicated groups that have helped me achieve so much in 2021. We continue to show our ESG commitment, which makes me even more excited about the future.
R1s ESG Report 2021 is available on company’s website r1rcm.com/esg.
R1 RCM
R1 is a leader in technology-driven solutions that improve the patient experience and financial performance for hospitals, health systems, medical groups, and other healthcare organizations. R1’s proven and scalable operating model seamlessly complements a healthcare organization’s infrastructure, driving sustainable improvements in net patient revenue and cash flow while reducing operating expenses and improving the patient experience. Visit: r1rcm.com.
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