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Epic named top EHR vendor by KLAS for 14th straight year
Epic was named the top overall health IT software suite for the 14th year in a row in the 2024 Best in KLAS Awards, released Feb. 7.
What the 4-day workweek looks like in healthcare
When it comes to a four-day workweek, the arguments for and against such an approach are varied, and its use depends on the industry and role. However, one thing is clear: There is data pointing to a growing trend.
Why being a workplace jerk pays off — until it doesn't
Ruthless ascensions of the corporate ladder have been popularized — and glamorized — in movies and TV shows. But being a jerk at work will not always work in one’s favor, The Wall Street Journal reported Feb. 1.
30 best hospitals for patient experience
More than a quarter of the top U.S. hospitals for patient experience fall under Providence’s umbrella, according to a new ranking from PEP Health.
Children's Health, UT Southwestern to build $5B, 33-acre pediatric campus
Children’s Health and UT Southwestern Medical Center are planning a new $5 billion pediatric health campus in Dallas’ Southwestern Medical District.
Colorado hospitals' profits sunk in 2022: 5 things to know
Colorado hospitals posted $336 million in profits in 2022, down from $3.4 billion the year prior, according to a Feb. 5 report from the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing.
Prevent drug shortages, save hospitals $550M: AHA
Drug shortages inflict more than $550 million in additional costs every year on hospitals and health systems, the American Hospital Association said in a letter to Congress.
Maryland health system opens 1 hospital, closes another
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health opened a new hospital and patient bed tower Feb. 6 while closing another hospital in the system.
Montefiore to pay $4.75M over stolen patient data
New York City-based Montefiore Medical Center reached a settlement with the HHS and has agreed to pay $4.75 million due to a “data security failure.”
Chicago children's hospital IT outage marks a week
IT and phone systems were still down Feb. 6 at Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, nearly a week after the organization took them offline to deal with a cybersecurity incident.
