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Study: Antimicrobial wipes don't reduce HAIs
The new study reveals an easy way for hospitals to cut some costs.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 23, 2015 -
CRE on dirty scopes kills 11 at Seattle hospital
Will the device be recalled by the FDA?
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 23, 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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Kaiser Permanente named as NBA's first healthcare partner
The partnership boosts population health efforts, as well as broadening Kaiser's consumer reach.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 22, 2015 -
South Shore physician association to pay $1.8M to settle kickback case
The case raises questions of whether doctors were working to pad their wallets or provide the best possible care for patients, analysts said.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 22, 2015 -
Study: EHRs make little difference in coordinating care
Despite the fact that more than 70% of US physicians use EHRs, nearly half don't receive the patient information they need.
Jan. 21, 2015 -
Physicians prevail in complex suit against hospital board
Did the Avera Marshall board overreach, or was it acting in the best interest of the hospital?
Jan. 21, 2015 -
UPDATED: Gunman shoots physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital
It is believed that the suspect "had some issue" with the hospital's treatment of his mother, who died November 15.
Jan. 20, 2015 -
Teen poses as physician undetected for a month
In weird news for the week...
By Katie Bo Williams • Jan. 20, 2015 -
The downside of hospital-based police
Are hospitals really prepared to have their own police forces on site?
Jan. 20, 2015 -
FDA
Controversial 'Me-Too' drugs good for the bottom line?
Redundancy may have its benefits, for patients and providers.
By Heather Caspi • Jan. 20, 2015 -
Scrubs worn outside hospitals eyed for ick factor
Does your health organization need to reconsider its scrub policies?
By Heather Caspi • Jan. 20, 2015 -
ER use grows despite declining number of uninsured
Widespread medical coverage may ultimately help, but other cultural norms will have to shift first.
By Heather Caspi • Jan. 20, 2015 -
Deep Dive
How one lawsuit is threatening non-profit tax exemptions in NJ and beyond
A hospital in New Jersey is currently facing an unprecedented lawsuit that could strip it of its property tax exemption—and other non-profits would be wise to pay attention.
By Katie Bo Williams • Jan. 20, 2015 -
Cleveland Clinic joins growing Ohio healthcare collaborative
Will the created efficiencies outweigh the costs of interoperability?
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 16, 2015 -
New site aims to streamline healthcare admin
Mass Collaborative says it is committed to simplifying healthcare administration and reducing costs.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 15, 2015 -
Some hospitals forming in-house police departments
With hospital violence on the rise, will this new strategy help solve the problem—or will it backfire?
Jan. 14, 2015 -
Kaiser mental health worker strike begins in San Diego
The picketers call for hiring staffing levels in the department, but state regulators will likely have the final word here.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 13, 2015 -
Survey: Resident physicians flooded with job solicitations
High demand means hospitals will have to step up their hiring game.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 13, 2015 -
One in three retail clinics are in malls, shopping centers
How can these clinics, including those operated by hospitals, best compete in the primary-care marketplace?
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 13, 2015 -
Some colleges say more men are entering nursing programs
The national average of male nurses is 5%, but there is some evidence that this might be rising.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 12, 2015 -
New Steve Brill book labels UPMC 'world's most profit-oriented nonprofit'
The "Bitter Pill" journalist takes UPMC to task as part of his new book on healthcare costs.
By Katie Bo Williams , Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 12, 2015 -
Report: 8% of insured lives covered by provider-led plans
What are the risks and advantages of a hospital system offering its own health plan?
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 12, 2015 -
Report: CIOs satisfied, but want more recognition, resources
CIOs are gradually playing a broader and more direct role in improving care—and they want the resources to do it well.
Jan. 9, 2015 -
Hundreds gather to support, protest Daughters of Charity sale
More than 650 people made their case heard on Wednesday.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 9, 2015 -
Beaumont Health taps John Fox of Emory Healthcare for CEO role
Fox is credited with being one of the most recognized leaders in healthcare today.
By Marisa Torrieri • Jan. 9, 2015
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