Amid growing concerns over rising prescription drug prices, lawmakers are ramping up efforts to scrutinize pharmacy benefit managers, Fox affiliate WBFF reported Feb. 26.
As more procedures shift to the outpatient setting, many ASCs are feeling the financial squeeze, with rising costs and stagnant reimbursements making it increasingly difficult to maintain healthy margins.
Indianapolis-based Indiana University Health posted $257 million in operating income in 2024 at a 2.8% operating margin, down from a $343 million operating income (4% margin) in 2023, according to its most recent financial report.