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Top nursing doctorate programs for 2023-24, per US News

Baltimore-based Johns Hopkins University’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program has been named the best in the U.S. for 2023-24, according to a new list from U.S. News and World Report. 

Are physician billionaires self-made?

Nine physician billionaires made Forbes’ 37th annual list of the world’s richest people in 2023 and are varying degrees of self-made. 

AAAHC opens new corporate office

The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, which has accredited more than 6,700 organizations and ASCs to date, has opened a new corporate office in Deerfield, Ill., according to an April 25 press release sent to Becker’s. 

California man accused of treating thousands while impersonating a physician 

A Los Angeles man has been indicted on charges of falsely claiming to be a licensed physician and treating thousands of patients for serious medical conditions, according to an April 24 Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office press release. 

Physicians, healthcare professionals voice concern over new Cigna policy requirement

The American Medical Association and over 100 physicians and healthcare professional organizations have written a letter to Cigna raising concerns about a new policy requirement, urging the insurer to “immediately rescind” the change, according to an A…

Rhode Island ophthalmologist to pay $1.1M to settle kickback allegations

Paul Koch, MD, the former owner of a chain of Rhode Island ophthalmology practices, has agreed to pay $1.1 million to settle kickback allegations, according to an April 20 Department of Justice release.

ASC staff 'make magic every day': Why investing in them is essential

An ASC’s team is one of its most valuable assets.

Wells Fargo Bank headquarters to be converted into SAC Health ASC

San Bernardino, Calif.-based SAC Health has purchased a former Wells Fargo regional headquarters for over $35 million, with plans to establish its SAC Health-Briar Campus. 

Cullman Regional applies to construct Alabama ASC

Cullman (Ala.) Regional Medical Center has begun the approval process to construct an ASC at Hartselle (Ala.) Health Park, according to an April 24 report from NBC affiliate WAFF.

Anesthesiologists in the headlines: 6 notes

Here are six anesthesia updates to know: