Among 1,009 patients who underwent surgery in a Massachusetts hospital in 2018, 38% experienced an adverse event — of which 26% were potentially preventable, according to a study published Nov. 13 in BMJ.
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Sentara Health rolls out AI-driven virtual nursing program
Norfolk, Va.-based Sentara Health has launched a new virtual nursing program powered by Andor Health’s AI-driven ThinkAndor platform.
What 5 leaders are saying about Stark law
ASC and physician leaders are keeping a sharp eye on Stark law, which has evolved into a complex framework that continues to challenge compliance.
Advocate Health posts $885M operating gain through Q3
Charlotte, N.C.-based Advocate Health reported an operating income of $964.2 million (3.7% operating margin) through the first three quarters of 2024, up from $79.4 million (0.3% margin) reported over the same period last year.
Baxter restarts 2nd IV manufacturing line: 3 shortage updates
Baxter restarted a second IV solutions manufacturing line at its North Carolina facility this week as part of its recovery following Hurricane Helene. The line, along with the first that restarted Oct. 28, represents 50% of the site’s total production …
Henry Ford Health's operating income up $242M through Q3
Detroit-based Henry Ford Health posted an operating income of $268.9 million (4.1% operating margin) through the first three quarters of 2024, up from $27.3 million (0.5% margin) over the same period last year, according to its Nov. 14 financial report…
UVM to cut services, up to 200 jobs: 8 things to know
Burlington-based The University of Vermont Health Network has shared plans for significant clinical services and administrative reductions in response to Vermont budget cuts issued by the Green Mountain Care Board.
Former Dayton Children’s CEO dies
David Kinsaul, former president and CEO of Dayton (Ohio) Children’s, has died.
Physicians per capita in the 10 best states for healthcare
There are 129.32 physicians for every 100,000 residents in Rhode Island, the best-ranked state for healthcare.
Physician sues Prospect Medical Holdings alleging insurance fraud
A former psychiatrist at Manchester Memorial Hospital in Hartford, Conn., is suing parent company Prospect Medical Holdings over alleged insurance fraud, CT Insider reported Nov. 13.
