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California hospital delays obstetrics cut after nurse pushback
A California hospital is delaying plans to close its obstetrics department through at least Jan. 31, following pressure from the California Nurses Association and the state’s health department.
U-M Health workers OK labor deal with 23.4% wage hike
Members of SEIU Healthcare Michigan have approved a new labor contract with Ann Arbor-based University of Michigan Health that includes an average wage increase of 23.4% over the life of the deal, according to a Nov. 4 union news release shared with Be…
Pediatricians fear more outbreaks amid anti-vaccine movement
In a Nov. 3 interview with NBC News, former president Donald Trump said he will “make a decision” on whether to ban some vaccines based on Robert Kennedy Jr.’s recommendations.
R1 RCM posts $19.9M net loss in Q3
R1 RCM posted a net loss of $19.9 million in the third quarter of 2024, down from a net income of $1.3 million over the same period last year, according to its Nov. 5 financial report.
OHSU names interim president
Portland-based Oregon Health & Science University’s board of directors have voted to appoint Steve Stadum interim president, effective Nov. 5.
CMS finalizes telehealth pay changes: 5 notes
CMS released the 2025 Physician Fee Schedule final rule Nov. 1, including a plan to preserve certain telehealth flexibilities beyond the expiring temporary pandemic-era measures.
What systems can learn from Florida hospitals: 5 emergency-prep ideas to steal
Florida is known for many things, among them, hurricanes. Every year, Florida hospitals face devastating winds and storm surges, but these yearly disasters have helped them become some of the greatest experts on hospital emergency management.
IT partnerships health systems will prize most in 2025
Health systems have a variety of technology and digital health platforms to increase operational efficiencies, enhance outcomes and improve the patient experience. More startups are forming daily to tackle challenges big and small in the crowded health…
Supreme Court hearing oral arguments in DSH pay formula case
The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Nov. 5 in a case challenging how HHS calculates disproportionate share hospital payments for Supplemental Security Income benefits.
Tennessee hospital CEO to step down
John Tucker will step down from his role as CEO of Paris-based West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital for a new position in Colorado.
