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What retail pharmacy closures spell for healthcare

As retail pharmacy giants such as CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid close stores across the U.S., the consequences for patient care and the impact on the pharmacy industry are becoming more apparent. 

Mass General Brigham's new challenge aims to scale AI evaluation

Somerville, Mass.-based Mass General Brigham is launching the Healthcare AI Challenge, a virtual and interactive series of events aimed at uniting healthcare professionals from across institutions to explore and assess AI technologies within realistic …

Baystate eliminates 134 leadership roles amid transformation

Baystate Health cut 134 leadership positions systemwide, reducing the workforce by less than 1% as part of a plan to transform the organization and return to financial stability.

Meet the group making cancer trials more equitable in Minnesota

Among the many factors at play in overcoming cancer care gaps in the U.S., increased screening and access to care are top of mind. However, cancer trial participation is also crucial. 

FDA panel endorses breast cancer surgery alternative

An FDA advisory panel endorsed a minimally invasive breast cancer surgery alternative at a Nov. 7 meeting. 

Top 4 ways systems are improving patient experience

Systems are honing in on improving the patient experience by reducing complexity, enhancing personalizations and making patients feel valued throughout the care journey, the American Hospital Association said in a Nov. 12 article.

UCHealth to settle $23M over false claims allegations: 5 things to know

Aurora, Colo.-based UCHealth has agreed to pay $23 million to resolve alleged False Claims Act violations involving improperly coded emergency department claims billed to TRICARE and Medicare.

Why Sanford developed its own predictive model

In an effort to advance early detection of colon cancer, Sioux Falls, S.D.-based Sanford Health has developed a predictive AI model designed to identify individuals at elevated risk for the disease.

AMA considers MyChart billing resolution: 5 things to know

An American Medical Association House of Delegates committee is considering a resolution that the organization work with payers to bill patients for patient portal messages.

Kaiser Permanente urges Congress to act on virtual care

Oakland, Calif.-based Kaiser Permanente is urging Congress to act to extend Medicare telehealth flexibilities before they expire at the end of 2024.