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Transformation takes 'courage' — How AI is elevating the human experience at Providence & UI Health Care

As part of Becker’s 12th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable in November, healthcare leaders from around the nation gathered for a summit focused on the application of artificial intelligence in healthcare operations. The importance of the human experience in …

3 ASCs opening in the Midwest in 10 days

Here are three new ASCs that have opened or are planning openings in the Midwest, as reported by Becker’s since Dec. 2:

Walgreens considers selling to PE firm: 5 things to know 

Walgreens Boots Alliance is reportedly considering selling itself to private equity firm Sycamore Partners and becoming private,  The Wall Street Journal reported Dec. 10. 

Florida hospital taps associate CNO

West Boca Medical Center in Boca Raton, Fla., has selected Emily DeJonge, MSN, RN, to serve as associate chief nursing officer, according to a Dec. 11 news release sent to Becker’s. 

Demystifying GI reimbursement challenges

Gastroenterology billing is inherently complex and demands a strategic approach, especially as many industry leaders report that gastroenterology is disproportionately impacted by pay cuts and restrictive payer practices.

Anesthesiologists per capita in the worst states for healthcare

There are 10.76 anesthesiologists for every 100,000 residents in West Virginia, the worst-ranked state for healthcare.

10 recent hospital lawsuits, settlements

From a group suing to halt a proposed hospital acquisition to a New York hospital accusing the state of depriving it of more than $1 billion in aid, here are 10 recent hospital lawsuits, settlements and legal developments that Becker’s has reported sin…

6 healthcare CFOs on how to increase margins

Across the healthcare industry, many hospital and health system financial leaders are looking for the perfect concoction to boost their operating margins.

3 CFO moves in 1 week

Here are three hospital and health system CFO moves that Becker’s has covered since Dec. 5:

California CRNA group taps new board of directors

The California Association of Nurse Anesthesiology elected a new board of directors during its annual fall meeting held Oct. 26-27 in Newport Beach, Calif.