Hospitals: Page 185
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Thousands of critical VA hospital positions still unfilled
The USA Today study paints a bleak picture of a system under enormous stress and criticism.
By Randy Lilleston • Aug. 25, 2015 -
CMS' new sepsis requirements draw criticism
Some argue that the new definition will identify more people who have sepsis--and some who don't.
By Heather Caspi • Aug. 24, 2015 -
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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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Providence to own, operate Walgreens clinics in 2 states
The deal is a first of its kind for both the health system and the retailer.
By Heather Caspi • Aug. 24, 2015 -
New duodenoscope infections suspected in California
Health officials have asked hospitals to look for previously undetected infections.
By Heather Caspi • Aug. 21, 2015 -
Study identifies risk factors for readmissions
Researchers found common characteristics among those most likely to return to the hospital.
By Heather Caspi • Aug. 21, 2015 -
Miami hospital plans to build health-science charter middle school
It will prepare students for college healthcare and health science programs.
By Nina Flanagan • Aug. 20, 2015 -
Athenahealth CFO: cloud-based healthcare IT makes sense
Kristi Matus, athenahealth CFO and administration officer, provides insight into healthcare IT costs.
By Nina Flanagan • Aug. 20, 2015 -
Cleveland hospitals plan major transformations
They are striving for greater efficiency, customer satisfaction and accessibility.
By Julie Henry • Aug. 19, 2015 -
Pediatric heart surgery program closes after CNN report
The Florida program was found to have a mortality rate more than three times the national average.
By Julie Henry • Aug. 19, 2015 -
Patients in rural areas less likely to get follow-up care, study finds
Study uses data from around 12,000 Medicare patients.
By Julie Henry • Aug. 18, 2015 -
Sleep may be linked to patient satisfaction in hospitals
A seemingly endless barrage of interruptions leaves many patients unable to sleep.
By Julie Henry • Aug. 18, 2015 -
No challenges filed for Cerner's winning Defense EHR bid
The company was awarded the Defense Department's big EHR contract las month.
By Nina Flanagan • Aug. 18, 2015 -
Study: Disparaging comments damage healthcare worker performance
Those who were berated had lower performance scores than those who were not.
By Julie Henry • Aug. 17, 2015 -
Hospital testing drug abuse intervention model to decrease gun violence
Heightened worries of workplace violence makes the program timely.
By Julie Henry • Aug. 17, 2015 -
IL health system to build 'destination' medical center
The new campus has a $400 million price tag.
By Julie Henry • Aug. 17, 2015 -
JAMA study: performance measures overlook issue of overuse
Do performance measures foster a 'more is better' culture?
By Heather Caspi • Aug. 14, 2015 -
Algorithm predicts sepsis early in patients at risk
Researchers at Johns Hopkins have developed a new method to predict sepsis early in 85 percent of cases.
By Nina Flanagan • Aug. 13, 2015 -
Computer error denies 35,000 combat vets healthcare enrollment
The veterans are automatically eligible for five years of free healthcare.
By Nina Flanagan • Aug. 12, 2015 -
Harm reduction centers may make good care coordinators
The centers have a vast array of experience in dealing with high-risk patients.
By Julie Henry • Aug. 12, 2015 -
Joint venture spotlights population health
The move comes as demand for health tools continues to increase.
By Nina Flanagan • Aug. 12, 2015 -
Partners helps Shanghai hospital develop women's health center
The deal is part of strategic plan to expand into new markets.
By Julie Henry • Aug. 11, 2015 -
New MLK Jr. hospital opens in Los Angeles
The hospital had been struggling to find funds to reopen.
By Julie Henry • Aug. 10, 2015 -
CDC: Healthcare facilities need better cooperation in drug-resistant germ fight
That action alone could save 37,000 lives over five years, the agency claims.
By Randy Lilleston • Aug. 7, 2015 -
HCA's Q2 revenue, profits beat expectations
But the company warns of lower ACA revenues going forward.
By Nina Flanagan • Aug. 6, 2015 -
3D imaging push hikes prices for digital mammography systems
Prices were up 22% early this year compared to a similar period in 2014.
By Nina Flanagan • Aug. 6, 2015