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An uncertain era for Stark law: 12 updates in 2024

The healthcare industry is entering a transformative era as major legal and regulatory frameworks, including the Stark Law, face significant updates and reinterpretations.

'A bold move': New health system launches in Wisconsin

Black River Falls, Wis.-based Krohn Clinic, a multispecialty group, and Black River Memorial Hospital on Dec. 30 merged to create Black River Health.

17 hospital price transparency fines from highest to lowest

CMS has issued fines to 17 hospitals for alleged price transparency violations. 

6 ophthalmology data breaches in 2024

Here are six ophthalmology data breaches to know from 2024: 

Kansas noncompete lawsuits raise questions about rural healthcare

Two physicians recently sued Hay, Kan.-based HaysMed, alleging issues in the noncompete clauses of their employment contracts. 

This pediatrician turned system chief wellness officer 'walks the walk'

Amy Jibilian, MD, has been chief wellness officer at Allentown, Pa.-based Lehigh Valley Health Network for a year and a half, but it’s her 30 years of work as a pediatrician that has given her a keen understanding of the everyday challenges healthcare …

Gastro Health opens Texas location

Katy, Texas-based Gastro Health & Nutrition has opened a new clinic location in Cypress, Texas, according to a Dec. 31 report from Community Impact.

8 gastroenterologists in the headlines

Here are eight gastroenterologists who have made headlines in the last month:

HCA Texas hospital names CEO

Joe Hernandez has been appointed CEO of HCA Healthcare’s Valley Regional Medical Center in Brownsville, Texas, effective Jan. 1.

3 hospital closures in December

Becker’s reported on three hospital closures in December, which could shift how ASCs in these markets operate.