Indianapolis-based Riley Children’s Health, part of Indianapolis-based Indiana University Health, has named David Biggerstaff president, effective Feb. 2.
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Physicians slam Congress for failure to offset Medicare pay cuts
Congress has signed a pared-down funding bill to prevent a government shutdown but failed to pass measures in a previously proposed bipartisan package that would have offset the 2.83% Medicare pay cut physicians face in 2025.
FDA approves Zepbound for obstructive sleep apnea
Zepbound, Eli Lilly’s weight loss medication, became the first FDA-approved drug for obstructive sleep apnea Dec. 20.
New Jersey system taps revenue cycle VP
East Orange, N.J.-based CareWell Health has named Rafael Ramos vice president of revenue cycle, according to a post on his LinkedIn page.
For CEOs, results still outshine soft skills
New research reveals that companies continue to prioritize execution and strategic leadership in their CEO hiring decisions, despite widespread claims that modern leaders should focus more on interpersonal and “soft” skills.
OSU Wexner performs record transplant chain
A team at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center set an institutional record by transplanting 10 kidneys in two days using a 20-person chain.
Mark Cuban's 2025 plans
Nearly three years after its launch, Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Co. now manufactures injectables in shortage, works with thousands of healthcare facilities, including pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care sites and clinics, and offers more than 2,000 di…
BCBS antitrust settlement provider website goes live
A website containing information for provider class settlement members in Blue Cross Blue Shield antitrust litigation has launched.
Amazon's pay for 7 jobs at its healthcare businesses
Amazon continues to hire employees for its healthcare businesses such as Amazon Pharmacy and One Medical.
Spending bill moves to Senate as shutdown risk looms: 4 things to know
In a last-minute scramble to avoid a government shutdown, the House approved a spending bill in a 366-34 vote, sending it to the Senate for a critical vote Friday ahead of a midnight deadline.
