In all, 3 percent of all rural hospitals closed between 2013 and 2017, hurt by negative margins and cuts to Medicare reimbursement.
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Microsoft CFO Amy Hood says it’s time to redefine role beyond bean counter image
Hood said she defines the role as a combination of aspiring and taking action to create a more inclusive workplace.
Ghosted by a job candidate during interview process? Here’s how hospitals can avoid it
With a robust job market, ghosting is a problem across many industries, but in healthcare it compounds an already frustrating shortage of physicians.
Three winning strategies to help drive medical practice performance
From transparent communication amongst staff to maximizing technology, these three focus areas can enhance your bottom line and help retain talent, MGMA says.
Maryland Health Enterprise Zones associated with reduced hospitalizations and costs
Each zone’s initiative was tailored to the specific features of its communities, but the overall goals were to improve health outcomes and control costs.
Baylor Scott & White Health, Memorial Hermann announce merger
The systems include 68 hospital campuses, more than 1,100 care delivery sites, nearly 14,000 employed, independent and academic physicians and two health plans.
Mayo Clinic leads among the biggest hospital construction projects that kicked off in September
Health systems continued either pouring money into their facilities or expanding presence and scope of services last month, according to HIMSS Analytics.
CMS launches eMedicare Initiative ahead of Oct. 15 open enrollment
Seniors can compare the cost and benefit of enrolling in traditional Medicare, or signing up for Medicare Advantage.
Hiding in plain sight: Why hospitals need to pay attention to privacy curtains in patient rooms
MRSA bacteria carry high morbidity and mortality rates, making the disease a significant threat to patient safety.
Why 70 percent of physicians would not recommend the profession
More than half of physicians say they’re contemplating retirement in a few years — including an alarming number of those younger than 50.
