Norman (Okla.) Regional Health System is looking into the possibility of selling or partnering with another organization amid financial challenges, The Oklahoman reported Feb. 26.
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Illinois bill opposing anesthesia time limits passes 1st hurdle unanimously
In January, Illinois state Rep. Bill Hauter, MD, a Republican, sponsored a bill making it illegal for insurance companies to place a time limit on anesthesia payment coverage.
Christus Health receives $2.74M for cardiac surgery center
San Antonio-based Christus Children’s Hospital has earned a $2.74 million grant for a pediatric cardiac surgery center, according to a Feb. 25 report from News4 San Antonio.
The top 4 factors in choosing a new role: Gallup
More than half of U.S. employees are seeking new job opportunities, the highest rate since 2015, according to a Feb. 24 Gallup poll.
St. Louis hospital cuts jobs: 4 things to know
Multiple employees at Homer G. Phillips Memorial Hospital in St. Louis have been notified that their positions are being cut, NBC affiliate KSDK reported Feb. 25.
Eye Health America acquires Florida ophthalmology practice
Greenville, S.C.-based Eye Health America has acquired a multi-location ophthalmology practice in Florida, according to a Feb. 24 report from Business Observer.
FDA expands access for schizophrenia treatment
The FDA has eliminated a longstanding requirement that patients taking clozapine, an antipsychotic used for treatment-resistant schizophrenia, to submit blood test results before their prescriptions can be filled.
Inova partners with Abridge to enhance clinical documentation
Falls Church, Va.-based Inova Health has partnered with Abridge to implement its generative AI-powered clinical documentation platform across its health system.
Virginia cardiology practice reports data breach
Midlothian-based Cardiology of Virginia has filed a data breach notice with the HHS Office for Civil Rights.
Walgreens to pay $595M settlement in COVID-19 testing contract dispute
Walgreens has agreed to pay $595 million to settle a legal dispute with Everly Health Solutions, formerly known as PNWHealth, over COVID-19 testing services.
