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90% of independent pharmacies may not stock drugs in negotiation program: Study
A new survey by the National Community Pharmacists Association found that more than 90% of independent pharmacists may refuse to sell drugs targeted by Medicare Part D negotiations, potentially jeopardizing the Biden administration’s efforts to lower p…
Abridge raising $250M: Report
Abridge, a startup that provides artificial intelligence-powered clinical documentation to several health systems, is raising $250 million to up the company’s valuation to $2.5 billion, The Information reported.
Why nurses like AI for MyChart messages
Nurses at a large academic health system like using artificial intelligence-generated MyChart messages more than their peers do, a new study found.
How Cleveland Clinic patients, physicians reacted to MyChart billing: 4 notes
Billing patients for patient portal messages may have unintended consequences for both patients and physicians, a recent study found.
Health systems find marketing power in sports sponsorships
Health systems are increasingly turning to sports partnerships as a marketing strategy to boost brand visibility.
Boone Health inks letter of intent for Missouri hospital
Columbia, Mo.-based Boone Health and local officials signed a letter of intent Oct. 14 to develop a Medicare-certified critical access hospital in Mexico, Mo.
62 healthcare orgs earn 'Joy in Medicine' distinction
The American Medical Association has recognized 62 hospitals, health systems and medical groups through its “Joy in Medicine” program this year.
2 Henry Ford Health leaders get new titles
Detroit-based Henry Ford Health has given new titles to two of its leaders, according to an Oct. 15 LinkedIn post.
Smaller vial for Alzheimer's drug could save Medicare $366M per year: Study
A new study suggests that Medicare could save up to $366 million annually by introducing a new vial size for Alzheimer’s drug lecanemab, which is currently only available in single-use, 500- and 200-milligram vials.
Ascension to open $200M Indiana women and infants hospital
St. Louis-based Ascension has shared plans to open a $200 million Indianapolis-based Ascension St. Vincent Women and Infants Hospital on Nov. 16.
