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McLaren Health restores network following cyberattack
Grand Blanc, Mich.-based McLaren Health Care has restored its network after a cyberattack earlier in August.
Novant Health Brunswick to open new ASC
Bolivia, N.C.-based Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center is constructing a new ASC in Leland, The Brunswick Beacon reported Aug. 29.
Vanderbilt cardiologist heads to space
Eiman Jahangir, MD, a cardiologist from Nashville-based Vanderbilt University, is heading to space as part of a six-person crew, according to an Aug. 28 report from NBC affiliate WSMV.
Vanderbilt cardiologist heads to space
Eiman Jahangir, MD, a cardiologist from Nashville-based Vanderbilt University, is heading to space as part of a six-person crew, according to an Aug. 28 report from NBC affiliate WSMV.
Compensation comparison: ASC vs. HOPDs
Financials are important at any business — and ASCs are no exception. However, despite providing the same services, ASCs face unique challenges, such as persistent compensation disparities between ASCs and hospital outpatient departments.
How independent ASCs offer a 'stark difference'
Becker’s connected with Anthony DeLuise Jr., MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Ortho Rhode Island in Providence, to find out what makes ASCs stand out compared to their hospital outpatient department counterparts.
Health system to pay $10.8M in false claims settlement
St. Peter’s Health, based in Helena, Mont., agreed to pay $10,844,201 to resolve allegations it violated the False Claims Act by submitting false claims to federal healthcare programs on behalf of a physician formerly employed by the system.
Ohio medical office building sells for $2M
A medical office building in Centerville, Ohio, has sold for $2 million, according to an Aug. 28 report from the Dayton Business Journal.
How CMS' ASC reimbursement has changed year by year
Here’s how CMS has changed itsASC reimbursement policies over the last five years:
Colon cancer blood test raises eyebrows
In July, the FDA approved a new blood test for colorectal cancer screenings that was able to detect 83% of Stage 1, 2 or 3 colorectal cancers in studies.
