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Oregon eyes ban on physician noncompetes: 4 things to know
State lawmakers in Oregon are considering two bills that would ban noncompete agreements for healthcare workers.
Alabama physician group to close after 30 years, lay off 153
Mobile-based Alabama Orthopaedic Clinic is set to close on April 11.
Arizona VA expands cardiology care
The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System has expanded cardiology services.
GLP-1s and colonoscopy: 3 notes
The use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists is likely to increase the risks of inadequate bowel preparation for colonoscopy, according to a study published Feb. 12 in The American Journal of Gastroenterology.
Physicians sound the alarm on 'dangerous' payer behavior
Physicians are voicing growing frustration with payer policies that delay payments, deny necessary care and add administrative burdens.
USPI added 57 ASCs in 2024: 5 things to know
Dallas-based United Surgical Partners International – the ASC arm of Tenet Healthcare — added 57 ASCs in 2024, further solidifying its market position as the largest ASC chain.
Why independent practice is under pressure and what comes next
The physician workforce is facing a period of rapid change, with independent practices under increasing pressure, alternative employment opportunities shifting and patient access to care at risk.
RFK Jr. confirmed as HHS secretary: 10 takeaways for ASCs
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been confirmed as HHS secretary following a 52-48 Senate vote.
Lawmaker proposes prior authorization ban across health plans: 3 notes
Rep. Jeff Van Drew has introduced a bill that would ban prior authorization across health plans.
How 5 small towns, states are tackling physician shortages
According to 2024 data from the American Association of Medical Colleges, the United States could face a projected shortage of up to 86,000 physicians by 2036.
