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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. 

Lawmakers renew focus on PBMs: 4 things to know

Amid growing concerns over rising prescription drug prices, lawmakers are ramping up efforts to scrutinize pharmacy benefit managers, Fox affiliate WBFF reported Feb. 26. 

72 executives reveal AI's role in shaping business decisions

Becker’s asked C-suite executives from hospitals and health systems across the U.S. to share the ways they’re using AI.

Cardiologists on the move in February

Here are four cardiologists joining new health systems and entering new roles, as reported by Becker’s in February:

How 4 top pharmacy leaders are leveraging AI for transformation

Becker’s asked pharmacy executives from hospitals and health systems across the U.S. to to share the ways they’re using AI.

5 GI groups expanding services in 1 month 

Here are five gastroenterology groups that expanded services in the last month: