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Rush health system CEO to step down in 2027
The system said a longer transition before Dr. Omar Lateef’s departure will ensure stability as it searches for a new leader.
By Sydney Halleman • June 29, 2026 -
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Sponsored by Embold HealthQuality should guide care, not just grade it
How aligning on provider-level quality measurement becomes healthcare's best cost lever.
By Daniel Stein, MD, MBA, Founder and President, Embold Health • June 29, 2026 -
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Federal legislation banning surprise bills has hit a barrage of roadblocks, complicating efforts to protect consumers from unexpected out-of-network charges.
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The $50B rural health transformation fund is pushing many hospitals to shrink
To avoid losing funding, many states are pursuing proven cost-saving strategies like downsizing inpatient care rather than untested approaches, some experts say.
By Michael Brady • June 24, 2026 -
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MultiCare CEO to retire at end of 2026
Florence Chang, a long-time executive of the Washington-based nonprofit, will replace current CEO William Robertson on Jan. 1.
By Emily Olsen • June 23, 2026 -
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HCA’s chief clinical officer to exit after 4 years
Dr. Michael Cuffe, who assumed the role in 2022, is leaving at the end of August.
By Emily Olsen • June 23, 2026 -
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Hackensack Meridian Health, Hunterdon Health explore merger in New Jersey
No one’s going out of business without a merger, as both HMH and Hunterdon are on stable financial footing. But a combination will give the systems added heft to tussle with competitors, according to executives.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • June 23, 2026 -
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Hospitals irate after Eli Lilly follows through on 340B ultimatum
The drugmaker stopped paying 340B discounts to hospitals that didn’t comply with its new paperwork requirements late last week. Hospitals are urging HRSA to step in.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • June 22, 2026 -
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Lifepoint taps new COO
Aaron Lewis, who has served as CFO since 2024, takes on the role as the health system looks to expand its footprint and add new services.
By Emily Olsen • June 17, 2026 -
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OhioHealth settles antitrust suit with the DOJ
OhioHealth has agreed to void problematic contracts with insurers and not seek such terms moving forward, the Justice Department said. The Ohio nonprofit continues to deny all wrongdoing.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • June 17, 2026 -
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Deep DiveUHS deal exposes pitfalls of physician group acquisitions
Despite major financial struggles, some providers at a physician group in Washington, D.C. say their new — and much larger — parent is not offering the lifeline they want.
By Sydney Halleman • June 11, 2026 -
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UPMC to lay off 200 employees, cut 300 open positions
A spokesperson said the layoffs were primarily in non-clinical or member facing roles.
By Sydney Halleman • June 11, 2026 -
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Trump’s $100K fee for H-1B visas struck down
A federal judge ruled that the fee amounted to an unlawful tax on the visa program for highly skilled workers. Medical groups cheered the decision.
By Natalie Schwartz • June 8, 2026 -
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Ascension closes AmSurg deal following FTC scrutiny
Regulators cleared the nonprofit’s $3.9 billion AmSurg acquisition — but with conditions.
By Sydney Halleman • June 5, 2026 -
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WVU Health System takes next step toward buying Independence Health
An acquisition of Independence would further expand West Virginia University Health System into southwestern Pennsylvania.
By Sydney Halleman • June 4, 2026 -
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Mayo’s latest AI bet: A frontier model with Microsoft
The advanced model should support earlier and more accurate diagnoses and treatment planning, the companies said.
By Emily Olsen • June 4, 2026 -
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New Ardent Health CEO inherits growth ambitions
Ardent elevated its former COO, Dave Caspers, to the top job as the Tennessee-based system grapples with its declining stock price.
By Sydney Halleman • June 3, 2026 -
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FTC requires Ascension divestitures in $3.9B AmSurg deal
Ascension needs to sell seven surgery centers if it wants the deal to close, regulators said. Ascension, which is pursuing the AmSurg acquisition as part of a larger financial turnaround, said it was pleased with the compromise.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • June 2, 2026 -
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Eli Lilly issues data sharing ultimatum to 340B hospitals
Select hospitals have refused to share data to prove they’re not double-dipping drug discounts, Lilly said. Hospitals, which have until Monday to comply, are urging the government to intervene.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • June 2, 2026 -
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Sponsored by MedallionHow long does hospital credentialing take? The quiet cost of provider readiness delays
Patients can’t wait — but provider credentialing delays are getting longer.
June 1, 2026 -
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CHAI releases AI governance guidance for health systems
The resources are meant to serve as a standard but flexible framework for health systems, regardless of their size or available resources, the industry group said.
By Emily Olsen • May 29, 2026 -
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UHS, George Washington University ink deal to stabilize struggling physician group
UHS will establish a new nonprofit to absorb financial responsibility of GW University’s debt-ridden physician practice group. Executives said the deal should help maintain clinical operations in the D.C. region.
By Sydney Halleman • May 28, 2026 -
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WakeMed declined offer from UNC Health in midst of Atrium deal
The health system received UNC’s offer to combine days after publicly announcing plans to merge with Charlotte, North Carolina-based Atrium Health. Ultimately, WakeMed decided Atrium is the best path forward.
By Sydney Halleman • May 27, 2026 -
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Quorum Health to transition to nonprofit system through deal with Healthside Partners
The rural health-focused system has struggled to find its footing ever since spinning off from Community Health Systems a decade ago. Now, Quorum is hoping that a pivot to nonprofit status is the answer.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • May 22, 2026 -
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Hospitals sue CVS for allegedly siphoning $250M in 340B funds
Hospitals affiliated with Mount Sinai, the University of Michigan and the University of Kansas allege that CVS artificially deflated reimbursement for 340B drugs for years, causing them to lose out on savings.
By Sydney Halleman • May 22, 2026 -
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Providence shuts down most insurance businesses for 2027
The nonprofit giant has offered health insurance for decades. But recent challenges, including higher costs and regulatory changes, have placed Providence in an untenable position, according to the integrated system’s CEO.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • May 21, 2026
