Physician autonomy is top of mind for many healthcare leaders as the number of independent physicians dwindles.
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Tariffs take effect: 7 notes
Sweeping tariffs on Mexico, China and Canada were imposed at midnight, March 4, with President Donald Trump stating in remarks at the White House that there would be no last-minute deals, The New York Times reported March 3.
Growing insurer restrictions limit GLP-1 coverage: GoodRx
Commercial insurance coverage of blockbuster GLP-1 drugs has not expanded much over the past year, despite growing demand and expanded indications, according to a new report from GoodRx.
Stark law prior-disclosure settlements nearly double in 2024
In 2024, CMS settled an agency record of 314 Stark law self-disclosures, with settlement amounts totaling over $24.7 million.
Illinois hospital extends staff furloughs, hires nurses amid financial struggles
Waukegan, Ill.-based Vista Medical Center East has extended the six-week furlough of 69 non-medical employees amid ongoing financial challenges, the Chicago Tribune reported March 4.
Meditech to release new interoperability features
Meditech is rolling out new advancements to its Traverse Exchange interoperability network, aiming to provide clinicians with a more comprehensive, longitudinal view of patient health history within their workflow.
Philips: Stop using endovascular device 'immediately'
Philips has recalled its Tack Endovascular System, used to repair dissected blood vessels. The company has instructed customers to stop using the device “immediately.”
Hospital groups led MOB rentals in 2024 and 4 other notes
Medical outpatient buildings are projected to see double-digit growth over the next five years, according to a March 4 report by JLL Research.
The perks of a combined health system CISO & CTO role
Steven Ramirez joined Reno, Nev.-based Renown Health as vice president and chief information security officer in early 2022 to lead the health system’s cybersecurity efforts. His role expanded quickly and the next year he became the chief technology of…
2 health systems collaborate with Oracle Health on new features
Columbia, Md.-based MedStar Health and Clearwater, Fla.-based BayCare Health collaborated with Oracle Health on new capabilities for the company’s health system operations suite.
