Here are three hospitals that closed in 1 month, according to Becker’s: 1. Mercyhealth has filed with the state of Illinois for a “temporary suspension of services” at Javon Bea Hospital–Rockton in Rockford. A health system spokesperson confirmed the closure to Becker’s. The hospital ceased operations at 6 a.m. on July 1, according to NBC […]
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Sutter Health has opened a new surgical facility inside the Tower Health and Wellness Center in Turlock, Calif., according to a July 2 report from the Turlock Journal. The 11,000-square-foot center has three operating rooms and will initially provide care to Medicare patients before expanding to include other insurance types in 2026. In early 2026, […]
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Anesthesia is a rapidly growing field, with technological advancements and shifts to outpatient care redefining the roles of its providers. Two anesthesia professionals joined Becker’s to discuss where they think anesthesia will grow next. Editor’s note: Responses have been lightly edited for clarity and length. James Doebele, MD. Pediatric Anesthesiologist at Lakeland (Fla.) Regional Hospital […]
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The Sanford Gastroenterology Clinic in Bismark, N.D., has moved to an upgraded location, KXNET reported July 2. According to the report, the new location features updated facilities and improved accessibility and parking. Gastroenterology clinicians Yeshitila Mengesha, MD, Matthew Schaner, PA-C and Kimberly Winters, NP, will operate the clinic and focus on patients with ulcerative colitis, […]
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Two cardiologists joined Becker’s to discuss the things they find most exciting in the specialty, from emerging technology to new business developments. Editor’s note: Responses have been lightly edited for clarity and length: Rajesh Sharma, MD. Cardiologist at Advanced Heart and Vein Center (Thornton, Colo.): New therapies for hypertension, including renal denervation. This adds to […]
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The American Society of Anesthesiologists has filed a motion requesting permission to file an amicus curiae brief in an ongoing lawsuit against Change Healthcare, according to an ASA statement shared with Becker’s July 2. The case surrounds Change Healthcare’s responsibility to safeguard medical claims, patient records and other sensitive medical information. Change Healthcare, a subsidiary […]
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UnitedHealthcare issued a policy update on July 1 that will cut reimbursements for certified registered nurse anesthetists by 15%. Here are five things to know about the policy shift: 1. Effective Oct. 1, a 15% reduction in reimbursement will be applied to claims for anesthesia services rendered by CRNAs practicing independently. For claims billed […]
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Conemaugh Nason Medical Center in Roaring Spring, Pa., part of Jonestown, Pa.-based Conemaugh Health System, unveiled its newest gastrointestinal endoscopy suite during a July 1 open house, according to a WTAJ news report. The suite allows physicians to perform a wide range of minimally invasive procedures to examine and treat conditions affecting the digestive system. […]
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Historically dominated by independent physician-owned models, The ASC industry is shifting towards hybrid ownership structures involving hospitals, private equity firms and corporate healthcare platforms. Despite growing consolidation, the shift remains gradual. Independently owned ASCs made up 67% of the market in 2024,down slightly from 68% in 2023, according to a report from VMG Health. Still, […]
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Healthcare consulting group Sg2, a Vizient company, released its “2025 Impact of Change Forecast” on June 23, laying out several growth trends that will impact ASCs over the next 10 years. Here are 10 takeaways from the report: 1. The report projects total adult ASC volume to grow 21% over the next decade. 2. Gastroenterology, […]
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