As the medical device industry looks ahead to potential policies under the new administration, key decisions could shape the future of innovation, regulation and reimbursement in this sector.
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After retail pharmacy closures, health systems enter new markets
As CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid close hundreds of pharmacies across the U.S. to cut costs, health systems are finding opportunities in these new pharmacy deserts, WXXI reported Nov. 19.
Tampa hospital gifted $5M toward new children's facility
St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, part of BayCare Health System in Tampa, Fla., has received a $5 million donation to support the construction of a new, dedicated children’s hospital facility.
President-elect Trump taps Dr. Oz for CMS administrator: 10 things to know
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Mehmet Oz, MD, as administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, according to a Nov. 19 Truth Social post.
Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk urge employers to cover cost of weight loss drugs
In an unconventional push to expand coverage for weight loss medications, Eli Lilly representatives recently visited the New Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Association to promote their drug Zepbound with a goal to convince that organization of the…
How health systems can meet the 'rising tide' of CVD: 5 notes
Hospitals and health systems should be bracing for an 8% and 25% increase in demand for inpatient and outpatient cardiac procedures, respectively, over the next 10 years, according to a new report from Vizient analytic company, Sg2.
Former CEO refiles suit against MetroHealth
Akram Boutros, MD, former CEO of Cleveland-based MetroHealth, has refiled his lawsuit against the health system and its board of trustees, alleging breach of contract, wrongful termination and defamation.
Why Emory Healthcare is launching a new IT division
Atlanta-based Emory Healthcare is uniting its IT operations with Emory University to foster a seamless ecosystem for innovation, research, and education.
Are hospitals becoming 'too big to fail'? 10 notes on consolidation
Healthcare industry consolidation has mirrored trends in other sectors — promising efficiencies and stability but often delivering reduced competition, higher costs and limited access to care.
Are hospitals becoming 'too big to fail'? 10 notes on consolidation
Healthcare industry consolidation has mirrored trends in other sectors — promising efficiencies and stability but often delivering reduced competition, higher costs and limited access to care.
