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

Explore the Trendline➔

Provider burnout

Hospitals are still struggling with provider burnout, after the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated underlying staffing issues and prompted workers to quit their jobs.

By Healthcare Dive staff

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

VA puts $624M Epic scheduling system contract on hold

The agency is testing a cheaper upgrade using its own software.

By Meg Bryant • April 15, 2016

NorthShore CEO testifies rival CEO pushing for Advocate merger dissolution, join its system instead

In addition, a Blue Cross Blue Shield executive said the pending merger would give area systems leverage to raise prices.

By Ana Mulero • April 15, 2016

Camaraderie, pride key at '20 Best Workplaces in Health Care'

A positive culture can help draw and retain employees in a competitive market.

By Heather Caspi • April 14, 2016

Washington psychiatric hospital CEO fired following patient escapes

The situation capped long term issues meeting federal safety requirements.

By Heather Caspi • April 14, 2016

Hospitals reap $1.56M from doctors as CMS pushes value-based care

Demand for healthcare services and utilization are up, especially for specialists, whose average hospital-related business grew to $1.6 million this year.

By Meg Bryant • April 13, 2016

ONC study: Regional extension centers boost EHR adoption rates

Sixty-eight percent of eligible professionals who received incentive payments under Stage 1 of the MU program were assisted by RECs, according to the analysis.

By Meg Bryant • April 13, 2016

Kaiser Permanente's research biobank seeks participants

The company is reaching out to members nationally to participate in its effort to establish a DNA biobank. 

By Nina Flanagan • April 13, 2016

Survey: 75% of hospitals were targets of ransomware

Almost half of the respondents were uncertain whether they would pay ransom in the event of an attack.

By Nina Flanagan • April 13, 2016

Chicago hospital systems, FTC feud over antitrust case

The federal agency challenged the Northshore University HealthSystem and Advocate Health Care proposed merger last year.

By Ana Mulero • April 12, 2016

Majority of Americans say healthcare price, quality not connected

Perceptions of a price/quality connection could impact the movements toward transparency and price shopping.

By Heather Caspi • April 11, 2016

VA announces wait-time fixes amid latest scandal

The beleaguered VA health system is working to reduce wait times as the depth of the issue is revealed.

By Heather Caspi • April 11, 2016

MedStar disputes claim old IT flaw left system vulnerable to cyberattack

Warnings were issued to the health system in 2007 and 2010 that its application server could be manipulated by unauthorized users.

By Meg Bryant • April 8, 2016

Report: CPOEs miss up to 39% of potentially harmful drug orders

In addition, the survey found nearly all reporting hospitals (96%) now have such systems — up from 33% in 2010.

By Meg Bryant • April 8, 2016

VA's scheduling scandal continues as new reports unearth depth of wait-time falsification

New reports show supervisors told employees to falsify patient wait times in at least seven states. 

By Jeff Byers • April 8, 2016

How hospitals can help prevent, deal with sexual assault cases

Restoring patient trust in a healthcare system after such an incident “only comes with time,” one lawyer said.

By Meg Bryant • April 8, 2016