Tenet looks to slower growth, improving cash flow

The hospital operator’s market value dropped to about $2.8 billion since July, causing it to leave the S&P 500. 

By Meg Bryant • April 27, 2016

De Blasio proposes $2B overhaul of city hospital system

The mayor's report calls for $100 million in capital investments to beef up community-based health centers and clinics.

By Meg Bryant • April 27, 2016

Explore the Trendline➔

Payer/provider relationships

As M&A intensifies and companies embrace more holistic and value-based care models, partnerships have become more closely intertwined.

By Healthcare Dive staff

White House unveils major effort in health career opportunities

The Health Careers Pathways Initiative is being spearheaded by 50 private organizations.

By Meg Bryant • April 27, 2016

Anti-aging study using Type 2 diabetes drug attracts seniors worldwide

In the quest to prolong life, researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine are being bombarded by elderly volunteers for their upcoming anti-aging study. 

By Nina Flanagan • April 26, 2016

Leapfrog Group: Choosing the 'right' hospital could reduce avoidable death risk by 49.8%

An analysis of hospital patient safety scores showed approximately 206,021 deaths in the U.S. are avoidable every year.

By Ana Mulero • April 26, 2016

ACA benefits Hispanic health pros and other takeaways from the National Hispanic Medical Association's annual conference

With the Hispanic population projected to increase to 119 million by 2060, there is a need for healthcare providers to service the growing population.

By Ana Mulero • April 25, 2016

How temporary physicians may buoy the nation's physician shortage

Instead of viewing "locum tenens" as a last resort, more healthcare organizations now see it as part of their staffing strategy.

By Nina Flanagan • April 23, 2016

Good Samaritan to pay $450,000 over homeless patient dumping charge

The hospital will implement detailed protocols for discharging homeless patients as part of the settlement.

By Meg Bryant • April 22, 2016

Adventist Health comes to rescue of three rural clinics

The failing Colusa Regional Medical Center said it will close today after reporting losses of $4.8 million.

By Meg Bryant • April 22, 2016

NYP, HHS reach $2.2M settlement over disclosure of two patients' PHI during 'NY Med' filming

“This case sends an important message that OCR will not permit covered entities to compromise their patients’ privacy by allowing news or television crews to film the patients without their authorization,” said Jocelyn Samuels, OCR director said.

By Jeff Byers • April 21, 2016

GAO: Veterans' access to primary care lacking

Newly enrolled veterans are having difficulty scheduling primary care visits and experiencing wait times of up to more than two months. 

By Nina Flanagan • April 21, 2016

IBM: Cyberattacks compromised 100M healthcare records in 2015

Healthcare is now the top industry for cyberattacks, according to new research.

By Nina Flanagan • April 21, 2016

Hospitals are finding new apps to tackle an old problem: Patient no-shows

While Uber and Lyft are often talked about, other companies are also helping to drive down the average $3 million annual cost of no-shows.

By Meg Bryant • April 21, 2016

Once unified, a 3-year-old ACO agrees to disband

Noble Health Alliance's decision to disband follows acquisitions and mergers involving several members.

By Meg Bryant • April 20, 2016

House lawmakers join 60 Senators in pressing for CMS star ratings delay

Lawmakers are concerned that the current system unfairly impacts teaching hospitals.

By Meg Bryant • April 20, 2016

Armed with a mission to 'remix' primary care, ZDoggMD rode into Las Vegas

Dr. Zubin Damania, aka ZDogg MD, states why the industry needs disruptive acts.

By Jeff Byers • April 20, 2016

Under pressure, CMS delays hospital ratings release

The agency had been scheduled to release the controversial star-ratings list today.

By Jeff Byers • April 20, 2016

Healthcare IT executives spending more for security, study says

Although 60% of the polled executives said they are spending more on data protection, 96% still felt vulnerable to cyberattacks. 

By Nina Flanagan • April 20, 2016

Kaiser Permanente study finds disparities in mental healthcare

Individuals with mental health issues were more likely to receive medication than psychotherapy as treatment, regardless of race or ethnicity. 

By Nina Flanagan • April 19, 2016

NIH arm to research surgical disparities among 'disadvantaged populations'

The organization noted as much as 11-30% of the global burden of disease requires surgical care or anesthesia management or both.

By Nina Flanagan • April 19, 2016

Not sure how to deal with cybersecurity? NIST says new guidance is imminent

As hospital cybersecurity incidents are making mainstream media headlines, the agency is gearing up to provide best practices for developing secure software and systems.

By Nina Flanagan • April 19, 2016

Geisinger's unique refund program repaid patients $80K over 6 months

Experts suggest the refunds cost less than a consultant would charge to review patient experience issues in the same time frame.

By Heather Caspi • April 18, 2016

6 strategies for weathering turbulent times and executive shake-ups

In the face of turnover and organizational dysfunction, healthcare leaders need to envision their ideal future state.

By Julie Henry • April 16, 2016

Thinking of starting a provider-led health plan? Ask these four questions

In a recent analysis, 40 of 89 provider-led health plans had negative margins during the past three years.

By Meg Bryant • April 15, 2016

Sutter Health to play ball with Oakland A's as its preferred provider

Under the deal, Sutter will sponsor health and wellness programs, including a new youth wellness initiative.

By Meg Bryant • April 15, 2016