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Gastroenterologists vs. red tape

From Stark law to prior authorization hurdles, gastroenterologist leaders see three major regulatory obstacles stifling industry growth and innovation.

Gastroenterologists vs. red tape

From Stark law to prior authorization hurdles, gastroenterologist leaders see three major regulatory obstacles stifling industry growth and innovation.

Pennsylvania man pleads no contest to posing as physician

A man from Slatington, Pa., has pleaded no contest to posing as a medical professional to give care to patients and file reimbursements through Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance programs. 

Cedars-Sinai launches art exhibit supporting wildfire-impacted artists

Cedars-Sinai is turning art into aid with the Recover Art Exhibit and Sale, a special event designed to support Los Angeles-based artists and art workers affected by January’s destructive wildfires.

UC Davis Health earns colorectal surgery accreditation

UC Davis (Calif.) Health’s colorectal surgery program has been designated a surgical quality partner by the American College of Surgeons and the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer. 

HHS commission to probe some pediatric medicines

The Make America Health Again Commission, run by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is probing the potential over-utilization of some medications for depression, weight loss and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. 

2 injured in stabbing at Illinois hospital

Two emergency department staff members were injured in a stabbing incident at Provident Hospital in Chicago on Feb. 17, police and hospital officials confirmed to Becker’s.

Florida system taps VP of reimbursement and revenue integrity

Hollywood, Fla.-based Memorial Healthcare System has named Tina Hodges vice president of reimbursement and revenue integrity, according to her LinkedIn page. 

Why Memorial Hermann invested in $17M+ round for data startup

A leader from Houston-based Memorial Hermann Health System told Becker’s it invested in an imaging data startup to better predict the way diseases evolve.

Abridge lands $250M: 4 things to know

Healthcare AI company Abridge has landed $250 million in its latest investment round.