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Closure looms for Mississippi hospital

KPC Promise Hospital in Vicksburg, Miss., may be forced to close next month after missing lease payments to its landlord, Flowood, Miss.-based Merit Health. 

Gastroenterologist pay vs. 10 lowest-earning specialties

On average, gastroenterologists make $252,000 more annually than physicians working in public health and preventive medicine, the lowest-earning physician specialty, according to Medscape’s “Physician Compensation Report” for 2023.

Tennessee law creates 'graduate physician' role

Tennessee has enacted a law that will create a medical position called “graduate physicians,” also known as assistant physicians, Cato Institute reported May 17. 

What do the best states for healthcare have in common?

Ten states were named best in the country for healthcare per U.S. News & World Report’s rankings released May 2. 

ASC partnerships in 2023: 5 big moves to know

From three major Surgery Partners partnerships to new pain institute partners, here are five major ASC partnerships to know from the first half of the year: 

Physician group won't drop suit against Envision: 3 things ASCs need to know

The American Academy of Emergency Medicine Physician Group plans to continue its federal suit against Envision Healthcare despite the company filing for bankruptcy, KFF Health News reported May 12.

VA, Uber Health work to close transportation gaps for veteran patients

The VHA Innovation Ecosystem and the Veteran Transportation Program have partnered with Uber Health to help transport veteran patients to and from medical appointments. 

St. Jude's new campaign focuses on employee recruitment

Memphis, Tenn.-based St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital launched a new campaign, “Have More in Memphis,” to lure employees to the city and the surrounding metropolitan area, MM+M reported May 17.

UPMC staff file antitrust complaint against system

Healthcare workers at Pittsburgh-based UPMC, as well as other workforce advocates, have launched what they are calling a “groundbreaking antitrust complaint” against the 40-hospital system.

Michigan hospital launches community engagement campaign

Hillsdale (Mich.) Hospital has launched its first campaign aimed at promoting its healthcare services and advocating for patients getting care at local hospitals.