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BCBS claims proposal could lower healthcare costs by $767B
The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association made healthcare policy recommendations that the group claimed may reduce medical costs in the U.S. by $767 billion over 10 years.
BCBS claims proposal could lower healthcare costs by $767B
The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association made healthcare policy recommendations that the group claimed may reduce medical costs in the U.S. by $767 billion over 10 years.
AMA opposes New Jersey bill that would expand scope of practice for advanced practice nurses
New Jersey lawmakers are considering legislation that would give certified registered nurse anesthetists the ability to provide anesthesia without a physician present, according to a Jan. 25 report from the American Medical Association.
Gastro Health, GI Alliance and more: Who had the most transactions in 2022?
Becker’s reported on eight Gastro Health transactions in 2022.
The 4 fastest-growing healthcare jobs
Nurse practitioners, medical and health services managers, and physician assistants are among the top 20 fastest growing jobs, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report.
6 pediatric ASC, GI updates in 60 days
From a pediatric accreditation to a new anesthesiology division, here are six pediatric updates Becker’s has reported on since Dec. 12.
What hospitals raising nurse pay could mean for ASCs
Some hospitals have been raising nurse pay, which could mean ASCs will have even more difficulty recruiting staff.
Pennsylvania physician sentenced to 2 years for 'pill mill'
Pain management physician Dr. Yutong Zhang, has been sentenced to two years in prison and three years of supervised release for operating his Wayne, Pa.-based practice as a “pill mill,” the Justice Department said Jan. 20.
CVS Health in the headlines: 8 updates in 2023
Here are eight updates from CVS Health since Jan. 3:
Cardiovascular Associates of America adds VP of ASC development
Private equity backed Cardiovascular Associates of America has added Travis Stamper as its vice president of ASC development, effective immediately.
