Physicians are spending more time than ever on prior authorizations for treatments and procedures, which many say has a negative impact on patient care.
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Wyoming hospital CEO to retire after 27 years
Doug McMillan, who has served as CEO of Cody (Wyo.) Regional Health-West Park Hospital since 1997, will retire on Nov. 22.
How Epic 'invented' modern interoperability
Before Epic “invented modern interoperability,” the EHR giant came up with a way for physicians to access patient charts at home, founder and CEO Judy Faulkner wrote in a blog post.
American Heart Association to honor 8 cardiology leaders
The American Heart Association will recognize eight leaders in cardiology at the organization’s annual Scientific Sessions conference, set for Nov. 16-18.
FDA adds warning to Ozempic, Mounjaro and other GLP-1 labels
The FDA has updated the labels for all GLP-1 receptor agonists, including popular medications Ozempic, Wegovy, Saxenda and Mounjaro, to include a new warning about the risk of pulmonary aspiration during general anesthesia or deep sedation, Medscape re…
Judge OKs vaccine mandate settlement between Ascension and Michigan workers
St. Louis-based Ascension has agreed to provide back pay to staff as part of a revamped COVID-19 vaccine settlement approved by a federal judge in Michigan, Law360 reported Nov. 5.
Hospital groups react to Trump win
Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Nov. 6. Here is how three hospital groups responded to the win, via statements:
Oracle Health exec joins CommonSpirit
Brady Small has been named a regional CIO for Chicago-based CommonSpirit Health.
Amazon One Medical's 19 health system partners
Cleveland Clinic is the latest health system to partner with Amazon One Medical on clinically and digitally integrated care.
Minnesota system promotes revenue cycle leader
St. Cloud, Minn.-based CentraCare has named Sherri Liebl vice president of revenue services.
