The following leadership moves made by women have been reported by or shared with Becker’s since Dec. 24:
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Dismantling Rural Access: MA Plans terminate rural healthcare providers, force patients to drive further for care, and then retain higher payments intended to support local access to healthcare
As rural Medicare Advantage (MA) expansion grows, more insurers are terminating local providers from their networks and requiring rural seniors to travel much longer distances for care. Critics say these changes provide a hidden windfall for MA plans w…
How COVID-19 disrupted cancer care: 4 notes
Cancer screening declined 39% globally during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study published Jan. 2 in Nature.
2025's richest physician billionaires
Ten physicians currently hold a spot on Forbes’ live net worth tracker, updated on Jan. 1 for 2025.
Where ROI is taking a backseat for health system C-suites
Among healthcare C-suites, return on investment is often a critical part of discussions surrounding new technology. But when it comes to ambient clinical documentation, the calculus transcends immediate financial gains.
Virginia physician convicted on 400+ drug distribution counts
Joel Smithers, MD, a physician in Abingdon, Va., was convicted of 467 federal counts of drug distribution.
Massachusetts governor reviews healthcare PE bill
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is again eyeing legislation that would increase oversight of private equity activity in healthcare, Mass Live reported Jan. 2.
New York system taps CEO from Kansas
Jeff Perry, MSN, has been named CEO of Warsaw, N.Y.-based Wyoming County Community Health System, effective Jan. 1.
Lehigh Valley Health Network adds Pennsylvania GI practice
Allentown, Pa.-based Lehigh Valley Health Network and Lehigh Valley Physician Group have added local physician group Eastern Pennsylvania Gastroenterology and Liver Specialists to their network.
5 health system CEO transitions planned for 2025
Over the past year, health systems across the U.S. have announced leadership transitions planned for 2025.
