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Low reimbursement rates led to layoffs, Arkansas Heart Hospital CEO says

Bruce Murphy, MD, CEO of Little Rock-based Arkansas Heart Hospital, said low reimbursement rates have led to fewer than 50 employees being laid off since the beginning of the year, Arkansas Business reported Feb. 19. 

5 states with most, fewest physician groups

California has the highest number of physician groups while North Dakota has the fewest, a Definitive Healthcare report found.

'We can not afford the status quo': What systems aren't talking about enough

Leaders across healthcare are working to improve their system in a variety of ways, but some parts of care and delivery are being overlooked, leaders told Becker’s.

Why CFOs are cutting costs even as profits rise

Cost cutting is a top priority for many companies in 2024, even those who are seeing rising profits, The Wall Street Journal reported Feb. 15. 

10 hospitals seeking CFOs

Below are 10 hospitals and health systems that recently posted job listings seeking CFOs.

New Jersey system gets historic 'A+' credit rating

Camden, N.J.-based Cooper University Health Care has earned an “A+” credit rating from Fitch Ratings after receiving two credit upgrades from S&P Global and Moody’s since 2022. 

10 hardest-working cities in America

The hardest-working Americans live in Washington, D.C., according to an analysis by WalletHub, a personal finance website. 

Bridging the Gap with Telehealth: Healthcare Equity in Rural America

Telehealth promises revolutionary care, but can it reach the communities who need it most? Join Dr. David McSwain and Dr. Saif Khairat for a deep dive into rural healthcare disparities and how technology can bridge the gap. Uncover the unique challenge…

Revolutionizing Orthopedics: From Patients to Precision Medicine

Proliance Orthopedic Associates isn’t just replacing joints, they’re revolutionizing orthopedic care. Join Timothy Alton, M.D., Orthopedic Surgeon, Proliance Orthopedic Associates, to discover how they keep costs down, excitement levels up, and bone he…

Lexie Schwartz, Vice President of Operations at OSF HealthCare, St. Joseph Medical Center

Lexie Schwartz, Vice President of Operations at OSF HealthCare, St. Joseph Medical Center joins the podcast to share insights into her background & journey into healthcare administration, the importance of maintaining a great workplace culture, recent …