Missouri cardiologist Lenard Politte, MD, died on Feb. 20 at 90, according to a Feb. 23 report from the Columbia Missourian.
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10 trends defining hospital consolidation
Hospital consolidation continues to reshape the nation’s healthcare landscape, with mergers and acquisitions becoming a dominant strategy for health systems seeking financial stability, operational efficiency and expanded patient access.
California assemblyman offers bills to clarify CRNA role
California Assemblyman Heath Flora has introduced two pieces of legislation that aim to clarify rules and regulations around CRNAs in the state, according to a Feb. 22 report from Fox 5.
Ballad Health's stabilizing physician practice model
Johnson, Tenn.-based Ballad Health seeks to provide relief for physician practices struggling to stay afloat in challenging economic environments, especially in rural areas.
How Novant Health is redefining hospitals' place in the care ecosystem
On Feb. 18, Charlotte, N.C.-based Novant Health made the move to evolve its leadership operating model in a bid to strengthen care delivery, enhance regional integration and advance its long-term strategic vision.
Illinois hospital names chief nurse
OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center in Dixon, Ill., has named Meagan Rothrock-Magana, MSN, vice president and chief nursing officer.
Cardiology's most lucrative procedure: Study
The most lucrative cardiology procedures within the Medicare population for hospitals are coronary artery bypass grafts, according to research from Philadelphia-based University of Pennsylvania’s Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics that was pub…
Trump administration, pharma clash: 4 notes
A meeting held between President Donald Trump and top pharmaceutical executives showed some tensions over drug pricing policy, tariffs and manufacturing.
Scottish Rite for Children taps Banner exec for VP of revenue cycle role
Dallas-based Scottish Rite for Children has named Alex Paraison vice president of revenue cycle, according to a Feb. 23 post on his LinkedIn page.
Hawaii health system, cancer center launch oncology partnership
The University of Hawaii Cancer Center and The Queen’s Health Systems, both based in Honolulu, have launched an integrative oncology partnership.
