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Florida ophthalmology practice to close
Nancy Williams-Wallace, MD, is closing her ophthalmology practice, Tampa Bay Eye Associates, located in Palm Harbor, Fla., according to a public notice published June 18 in the Tampa Bay Times. Patients can request copies of their medical records to be sent directly to themselves or to another physician by contacting the practice via email. This […]
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Health system pays nearly $3.3M to settle Stark law allegations
Buffalo, N.Y.-based Catholic Health System agreed to pay more than $3.29 million to settle allegations that it submitted false Medicare claims in violation of the Stark law, the Justice Department said in a May 16 news release. What happened? In a statement to WGRZ 2, Leonardo Sette-Camara, general counsel of Catholic Health, said: “Defending these […]
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Novant’s ‘outpatient-focused’ hospital approved in South Carolina
Novant Health has received approval for a new “outpatient-focused” hospital in Greenville, S.C. Here are five things to know: 1. The 20-bed facility will be developed in partnership with local physicians and reflects the Winston-Salem, N.C.-based system’s strategic shift toward ambulatory care. 2. Over the last year, Novant Health has made significant inroads in South […]
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5 major burdens to ASCs’ bottom line
Leaders across the ASC landscape are identifying both long-standing and emerging burdens that are quietly eroding profitability. Here are five of the most pressing financial burdens ASCs face today” 1. Inefficient OR time and scheduling practices One of the most commonly overlooked financial drains for ASCs is inefficient use of operating room time, according to […]
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10 new trends on anesthesia pay, workforce
Anesthesiologists are among the highest-paid physicians in the U.S., but the specialty is also facing growing demand and a projected shortage. The Clinician Workforce Insights Report from Axuall outlines key data points shaping the field today. Here are 10 numbers and trends to know: 1. The average annual income for anesthesiologists is $494,000. 2. The […]
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6 hospitals shuttering services in 1 month
Since May 20, six hospitals across the U.S. have announced or implemented the closure of departments or services: 1. Fairfield Medical Center has closed the practice of David Cummin, MD, affecting over 7,500 patients. Dr. Cummin is currently seeking another healthcare organization to assume control of his practice. 2. Capital Health shuttered its satellite emergency […]
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Another state adopts ‘physician associates’ title
Maine has officially become the second state to change the title of “physician assistant” to “physician associate,” according to a June 14 news release from the American Academy of Physician Associates. Oregon was the first state to make the switch, passing a law in April that went into effect on June 6. Maine’s bill was […]
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5 GI leaders on challenges and change
Across the country, gastroenterologists are grappling with seismic changes in care delivery — from staffing shortages and evolving screening guidelines to declining reimbursement and payer dynamics. Becker’s spoke with five gastroenterology leaders about the trends shaping their practices today. Benjamin Levy, MD. Gastroenterologist and Clinical Associate of Medicine at University of Chicago Medicine: ASCs need […]
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Former Mount Carmel physician’s $18M lawsuit tossed by judge
A former Ohio physician who was fired and later acquitted of murder charges in the deaths of 14 patients has lost a defamation lawsuit against Columbus-based Mount Carmel Health System, The Vindicator reported June 17. What happened?
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ASC speaker spotlight: Shirin Hasan, Research Manager at Endeavor Health
Shirin Hassan, PhD, is a research manager at Endeavor Health, one of Illinois’ largest healthcare systems, where she provides administrative leadership for radiology research and National Institutes of Health grant oversight. With a background that spans scientific discovery and clinical research operations, Dr. Hassan is helping drive innovation through effective research infrastructure and financial strategy. […]
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