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Big companies shrink manager, executive ranks: Bold or bad idea?

U.S. public companies have downsized their middle manager ranks by about 6% since the end of 2021, a new analysis finds.

St. Tammany Health unveils new $75M ASC

Covington, La.-based St. Tammany Health System has opened its new St. Tammany Health System Surgery facility, AN17 reported Dec. 39. 

Scripps Health shares $13M in bonuses to mark 100th year

Scripps Health is concluding its centennial year with a $13.1 million payout to employees.

How insurance denials disrupt cancer care: 5 investigation notes

As public scrutiny of the health insurance industry continues to mount, another group has emerged among those who claim they have been harmed by insurance company practices. 

Why one of the nation's busiest EDs offers dental care

Emergency departments aren’t typically equipped to handle toothaches, but at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln, dental care is now just a room away.

3 strategies for fostering a resilient workforce: McKinsey

To adapt to disruptions, successful leaders need an innovative and engaged workforce, according to a Dec. 6 article from McKinsey. 

24 states report high levels of respiratory virus activity

Respiratory virus activity levels are rising in many parts of the country, with 24 states reporting high levels for the week ending Dec. 21, up from 14 the week prior. 

'Never waste a good crisis': The keys behind a Louisiana system's financial comeback

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System, a 10-hospital system headquartered in Baton Rouge, La., achieved a $241 million turnaround in fiscal year 2024 under the leadership of CFO Mike Gleason, who told Becker’s the feat was “a total team eff…

Private equity and ASCs in 2024: 5 notes

While many ASCs remain independent, private equity has become an established force in the industry, with notable movements in 2024.

7 things CEOs told Becker's this year that signal where healthcare should go

Healthcare’s future isn’t shaped by sweeping policy changes or shiny new tech alone — it’s in the choices and priorities of the leaders running the systems today.