With a flurry of federal updates coming out of Washington as the Trump administration continues to take shape, here are eight federal policy updates relevant to ASC leaders and physicians:
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$1B in OhioHealth expansion projects underway: 4 things to know
Columbus-based OhioHealth has more than $1 billion in projects underway — including the construction of a new women’s health center — to address growing care needs.
Nurses call off strike at NYU Langone hospital
Members of the Federation of Nurses/United Federation of Teachers have approved a new labor contract with NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn, part of New York City-based NYU Langone Health.
Children's Minnesota inks AI deal
Minneapolis-based Children’s Minnesota has entered into an agreement with an AI company aiming to improve operational efficiency.
Zoom invests in AI startup Suki
Zoom Ventures, the investment arm of Zoom Communications, has invested in Suki, a startup specializing in AI technology for healthcare applications, Forbes reported Feb. 26.
The battle over anesthesia coverage: A timeline
In late 2024, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield proposed a policy that would have imposed time limits on anesthesia reimbursements in Missouri, New York and Connecticut. This was met with an intense backlash from the physicians and leaders in healthcare an…
Health systems have 'shaky start' to 2025
The median margin for health systems dropped to 1% in January, after hitting 2.1% in December, according to Strata Decision Technology’s “Monthly Healthcare Industry Financial Benchmarks” data released Feb. 27.
Tulane Cancer Center expands leadership team
New Orleans-based Tulane Cancer Center has added three members to its leadership team, according to a Tulane University School of Medicine news release.
'Pediatric ICU on wheels': Helen DeVos Children's unveils new care program
Grand Rapids, Mich.-based Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital has launched a pediatric critical care ground transport program to improve care for critically ill and injured infants and children.
Phillips launches updated AI tech for MRI scanners
Phillips has introduced SmartSpeed Precise, an updated AI-powered technology for MRI scanners, aiming to improve scan speed and image quality.
