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Providence Health Plan taps new COO
Cheryl Morrison-Bornstein will play a central role in growing the regional health plan, building upon her experiences at other major healthcare organizations.
By Samantha Liss • June 7, 2022 -
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Surge in 'new' nurses reflects rise in resignations, job shuffling, study finds
Median nursing tenure fell 19.5% across the U.S from March 2021 to March 2022, according to an analysis by Epic.
By Hailey Mensik • June 7, 2022 -
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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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Leapfrog raises concerns about CMS proposal to suppress patient safety data
The CMS is the only source for this data, and without it the public will not have information on preventable complications such as bed sores, inpatient falls that result in a broken hip, or sepsis, Leapfrog executives said.
By Samantha Liss • June 6, 2022 -
Healthcare payrolls recovering, still lag pre-pandemic levels
Hospitals led growth in healthcare jobs in May as the industry slowly rebuilds its pandemic-shaken workforce.
By Susan Kelly • June 6, 2022 -
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Sponsored by VituityEmergency psychiatric care that finally works for patients
Up to 15% of emergency department visits now involve behavioral health emergencies, including substance use and mental health crises.
By Scott Zeller, MD • June 6, 2022 -
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FTC sues to block 2 hospital mergers
Steward Health Care System said it is deeply disappointed by the Federal Trade Commission’s decision to challenge its sale to HCA Healthcare in Utah as it weighs next steps.
By Samantha Liss • Updated June 7, 2022 -
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Black patients more likely to face hospital security response, study shows
The paper is the latest in a flurry of publications that have showcased inequity in hospital systems across the country.
By Sydney Halleman • June 2, 2022 -
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Residents at Los Angeles County hospitals vote to authorize strike
Residents and interns notified the county that they plan to strike from June 13 to June 15, according to a statement from the union representing them.
By Samantha Liss • Updated June 3, 2022 -
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Ascension taps current chief data officer as new CIO
Gagan Singh is replacing Gerry Lewis, who during his time as CIO oversaw layoffs and the outsourcing of tech support in Ascension's technologies team.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • June 1, 2022 -
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Steep expenses, falling patient volumes stifled hospitals in April
Kaufman Hall's new findings reverse trends from March, when hospitals posted a modest rise in patient volumes and temporary expense reliefs.
By Sydney Halleman • June 1, 2022 -
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Medicare premiums will remain unchanged after Aduhelm price cut spurs review
The HHS Secretary had hoped premiums could be cut for seniors sooner rather than later but there are "legal and operational hurdles" to changing premiums midyear, according to a statement released Friday.
By Samantha Liss • May 31, 2022 -
Cleveland Clinic, scrambling to staff hospitals, posts Q1 loss
The academic medical giant is paying higher employee wages and hiring more agency nurses and other temporary personnel to cope with a nationwide shortage of healthcare workers.
By Susan Kelly • May 31, 2022 -
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Gender pay gap for registered nurses widened during pandemic
The findings come as hospitals face major hurdles recruiting and retaining enough staff two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, and as healthcare workers and unions push for higher wages.
By Hailey Mensik • May 31, 2022 -
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Healthcare spending could drop $11.4B next year if ACA premium subsidies expire, research finds
The looming coverage cliff would also hit providers financially, according to a new report. President Joe Biden has pushed Congress to extend the more generous financial aid provided by the American Rescue Plan.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • May 26, 2022 -
Responding to outbreak, Moderna starts early work on monkeypox vaccine
One day after the U.S. began releasing supplies of an approved Bavarian Nordic shot, Moderna said it's beginning development of its own vaccine against the virus.
By Jonathan Gardner • May 25, 2022 -
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Advocate Aurora faces lawsuit over all-or-nothing contracting
The complaint alleges the nonprofit system used a number of anticompetitive practices to inflate healthcare prices at a cost to Wisconsin businesses.
By Samantha Liss • May 25, 2022 -
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Civica taps current COO to succeed VanTrieste as chief executive
Civica, a nonprofit founded in 2018 by a group of hospitals to lower pharmaceutical prices, has tapped Ned McCoy to serve as its new president and chief executive officer, effective June 1.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • May 25, 2022 -
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Medtech companies keep supply, staffing challenges in check even as recession risks loom, analysts say
Companies are coping with factors such as supply disruptions, staffing shortages, inflation and foreign-exchange hurdles, according to analysts at William Blair.
By Nick Paul Taylor • May 24, 2022 -
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Cedars-Sinai names UCLA physician as chief health equity officer
Christina Harris, a primary care physician, will lead Cedars-Sinai's efforts to improve health disparities and address social determinants of health both internally and in Los Angeles.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • May 23, 2022 -
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Healthcare employers must urgently address burnout, surgeon general warns
Systems should address burnout systemically, according to a Monday advisory from U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy. A priority is seeking and responding better to feedback from front-line workers.
By Hailey Mensik • May 23, 2022 -
AHA urges DOJ to probe Medicare Advantage plans that deny care
The hospital lobby is pushing the Justice Department to punish Medicare Advantage organizations that routinely deny coverage to beneficiaries.
By Susan Kelly • May 23, 2022 -
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Sponsored by ProviderTrustTravel nurses: a challenging population for credentialing and monitoring
Travel nursing continues to rise – how are you monitoring license verifications across state lines?
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Sponsored by Shell EnergyHealthcare's special role in decarbonization
Few industries will need to navigate the effects of a changing climate more than healthcare.
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Colorado governor signs hospital staffing bill
The law includes penalties of up to $10,000 per day for hospitals failing to follow requirements and not taking corrective action, though Gov. Jared Polis asked the state health department to go easy on small, rural hospitals.
By Hailey Mensik • May 20, 2022 -
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Lifespan names interim CEO
Rhode Island's largest health system tapped an interim leader as it searches for a permanent successor to Timothy Babineau, who is stepping down at the end of this month.
By Samantha Liss • May 20, 2022
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