Here are 10 revenue cycle management updates that Becker’s reported in October:
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U of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health receives largest donation ever: 4 things to know
Bel Air, Md.-based University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health, a member of the University of Maryland Medical System, has received a $20 million donation.
CMS bumps hospital outpatient rates 2.9% in 2025: 10 notes
CMS issued the 2025 Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment System Final Rule Nov. 1, with several new elements for hospital outpatient departments.
The new features EHR giants are rolling out
EHR vendors are making bold strides to reshape healthcare technology, unveiling new features, partnerships, and AI-powered tools aimed at enhancing patient care and streamlining clinical workflows.
CDC warns of spike in whooping cough cases
Whooping cough cases in mid-October were more than five times higher compared to the same time last year, the CDC warned Oct. 31.
Rutgers U gets $47.5M to apply research to patient care
New Brunswick, N.J.-based Rutgers Institute for Translational Medicine and Science received a $47.5 million grant to turn laboratory discoveries into practical health solutions, treatments and clinical care.
CMS boosts pay for home health: 3 things to know
CMS has issued its 2025 final rule for the home health payment system, increasing payments by 0.5% ($85 million) over 2024.
Nemours C-suite leader departs for Tufts Medicine
Drew Landmeier has been named senior vice president and chief marketing and communications officer of Boston-based Tufts Medicine.
CarePoint files for Chapter 11
Jersey City, N.J.-based CarePoint Health Systems filed for Chapter 11 protection on Nov. 3.
Mon Health West Virginia hospital chief administrative officer to retire
Kevin Stalnaker, chief administrative officer of Weston, W.Va.-based Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Hospital, will retire at the end of 2025.
