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Why Emory Healthcare is launching a new IT division

Atlanta-based Emory Healthcare is uniting its IT operations with Emory University to foster a seamless ecosystem for innovation, research, and education.

53% of US adults are eligible for Ozempic, Wegovy: Study

Researchers estimate that 136.8 million adults in the U.S. are eligible for semaglutide, the generic for Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic, Wegovy and Rybelsus.

California system pushes to dismiss lawsuit over alleged misuse of $1B

Fresno, Calif.-based Community Health System filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit alleging it misused $1 billion in tax dollars intended to serve low-income patients, Fresnoland reported Nov. 15.

Washington hospital to pay $15K to address drug diversion

Mid-Valley Hospital and Clinic in Omak, Wash., has agreed to pay a $15,000 penalty for violations of the Controlled Substances Act and to implement changes to its pharmacy and controlled substances policies.

Oklahoma hospital CEO to retire

Warren Kean Spellman, CEO of Grady Memorial Hospital in Chickasha, Okla., will retire in March after a 45-year career.

Alabama hospital CEO, COO step down amid financial restructuring

Joe Riley, CEO of Montgomery, Ala.-based Jackson Hospital & Clinic, and COO Michael James will step down Nov. 19 as part of the hospital’s financial restructuring.

Michigan hospital to lay off leaders, 248 employees

Pontiac (Mich.) General Hospital filed a WARN notice Nov. 15 to lay off 248 employees after the hospital unexpectedly learned that it was excluded from receiving Medicare funds. 

Joint Commission, NAHQ partner to advance quality competencies: 5 notes

The Joint Commission and National Association for Healthcare Quality have formed a strategic alliance to enhance quality training, certification and best practices globally.

Pennsylvania system strikes RCM partnership

Ensemble Health Partners has struck an agreement to provide end-to-end revenue cycle services for two of Greensburg, Pa.-based Independence Health System’s hospitals.

Providence names next COO

Renton, Wash.-based Providence has selected Darryl Elmouchi, MD, as its next COO, effective Jan. 2.