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Allina's IT transfer to Optum going 'remarkably well' 1 year in
It’s been one year since Minneapolis-based Allina Health shifted around 2,000 IT and revenue cycle employees to Optum, UnitedHealth Group’s healthcare services arm, to enhance AI, automation, and the patient digital experience — a transition that Allin…
Hospital bad debt is getting worse
Nonprofit hospitals across the country care for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay.
'Legacy of resilience': Leadership insights for Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month in February, eight hospital and health system leaders shared how their heritage has shaped their leadership and approach to healthcare.
A 24% reduction in pharmacy spend since 2021: MultiCare's story
Between 2021 and 2024, Tacoma, Wash.-based MultiCare Health System reduced its pharmacy spend by 24% — despite rising costs for hospital pharmaceuticals.
Physician groups raise alarm on federal health data, guidance scrub
U.S. organizations representing more than 600,000 physicians urged Congress to restore federal health data and guidance that have been swept from the CDC and NIH websites.
The $79 technology that helps Phoenix Children's prevent suicide
Amazon’s Alexa devices are household assistants in millions of homes. At Phoenix Children’s, the devices have helped the system treat thousands of patients identified at risk of suicide.
Healthcare leaders must look beyond their own borders, Cedars-Sinai exec says
Heitham Hassoun, MD, began his career as a vascular surgeon, excelling in academic medicine and earning numerous accolades. Yet, despite his success, he felt an undeniable pull toward international medicine — a shift many considered risky.
Illinois hospital CEO stepping down
Beth King is stepping down as CEO of JCH HealthCare, which manages the 67-bed Jersey Community Hospital in Jerseyville, Ill., according to a health system news release shared with Becker’s.
The staff needs hospitals didn't expect
Amid systems ramping up their retention strategies has come an increased focus on improving the work environment. In some cases, this means tweaking the small things.
A growing battleground for health systems
As healthcare continues to shift outpatient, hospitals and health systems are increasingly acquiring urgent care centers to strengthen their market positions and meet rising demand for convenient, cost-effective care.
