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Iowa regulator retires, citing ‘grossly unfair’ treatment
The director of the Iowa Board of Medicine has abruptly retired following a personnel investigation in which he says he was treated unfairly by state administrators.
Wisconsin wins federal approval for new reinsurance pool
Wisconsin scored federal approval to launch a new reinsurance pool via a 1332 waiver. Premiums in the state could decrease by as much as 11% as a result of the waiver and enrollment in the individual market could actually increase due to lower…
Ascension, Centene join forces to launch a Medicare Advantage plan
Centene and Ascension signed a letter of intent to research launching the joint Medicare Advantage plan. Teh companies hope to hit several insurance markets in 2020.
Addressing cultural issues that increase the risk of suicide
Intermountain Healthcare has launched a new initiative aimed at stemming the rising tide of suicides. At its core is acknowledging the fact that Intermountain serves communities that cherish their right to bear arms.
Data Points: August’s arrival signals vaccination season
It’s hard to believe it, but for many kids, summer will come to an end in the coming weeks. As parents bulk up on school supplies, it’s also important to remember a visit to the doctor’s office for immunizations. After all, August is National…
Women still a rarity in high-paying surgical specialties
Female surgeons are still sparse in high-paying specialties despite efforts to boost their numbers.
Women still a rarity in high-paying surgical specialties
Female surgeons are still sparse in high-paying specialties despite efforts to boost their numbers.
Is it milk or something else? FDA ponders what to call almond milk
Does it pass the moo test? The FDA considers whether nondairy products should be called milk.
Hospital supply inventory management creating a cottage industry for technology
When hospitals and health systems better manage their supply inventory, they can free up cash, become more efficient, and improve quality.
Hospital supply inventory management creating a cottage industry for technology
When hospitals and health systems better manage their supply inventory, they can free up cash, become more efficient, and improve quality.
