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SEP-1 does not affect mortality, study suggests

There is limited evidence that CMS’ sepsis care rule improves patient mortality, according to a study published Feb. 18 in Annals of Internal Medicine. 

Missouri court revives wrongful death suit against cardiology group

A Missouri court has revived a wrongful death lawsuit against two physicians and St. Louis Cardiology Consultants, according to a Feb. 19 report from Law.com.

Missouri court revives wrongful death suit against cardiology group

A Missouri court has revived a wrongful death lawsuit against two physicians and St. Louis Cardiology Consultants, according to a Feb. 19 report from Law.com.

Sutter Health debuts flagship ASC campus

Sacramento, Calif.-based Sutter Health plans to construct a flagship campus in Emeryville, Calif., that will feature an ambulatory care complex and a new medical center with 200 beds. 

Sutter Health debuts flagship ASC campus

Sacramento, Calif.-based Sutter Health plans to construct a flagship campus in Emeryville, Calif., that will feature an ambulatory care complex and a new medical center with 200 beds. 

10 recent healthcare industry lawsuits, settlements

From UnitedHealth Group reaching a $20.25 million settlement with the U.S. Department of Labor to the former CEO of MetroHealth filing a lawsuit against the health system for alleged discrimination, here are 10 healthcare industry lawsuits, settlements…

Sovah Health adds interventional cardiologist

Danville, Va.-based Sovah Health has added Mohammed Akhter, MD, to its medical staff.

Maryland gastroenterology practice closes after 30 years

Hagerstown, Md.-based Gastroenterology Associates closed Jan. 21 after more than 30 years of practice, according to a notice posted on the practice’s Facebook page. 

8 trends shaping the future of ASCs

ASCs are at the forefront of a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, driven by shifts in care delivery models, workforce challenges and technological advancements. 

How hospitals can prepare for CMS' new TEAM model

Set to take effect in less than a year, more than 700 hospitals across the U.S. are gearing up to adhere to a new alternative payment system from CMS, called the Transforming Episode Accountability Model.