Airica Steed, EdD, RN, became president and CEO of MetroHealth on Dec. 5, and she said community health and health equity are among her focuses.
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ASC utilization rates on the rise while inpatient surgery decreases, study says
An analysis conducted by Cedar Gate Technologies found that ambulatory surgical center rates of utilization increased by over 10 percent while inpatient surgery rates dropped by over 7 percent between 2019 and 2021.
Wisconsin physician's license suspended for falsifying immunization records
Scott Stillwell, MD, of Green Bay, Wis., had his license suspended for 30 days after falsely recording that he and his immediate family were vaccinated against COVID-19, the Green Bay Press-Gazette reported Jan. 9.
Minnesota hospital to build new ASC
Shakopee, Minn.-based St. Francis Regional Medical Center will build a new outpatient surgery and endoscopy center
5 BCBS updates for 2022, 2023
Insurer Blue Cross Blue Shield has been in negotiations with health systems across the country throughout the 2022 and 2023 seasons. Here are five major updates from the company since May 24:
Capital Digestive Care makes leadership moves
Silver Spring, Md.-based Capital Digestive Care’s board of directors has named two new individuals for leadership positions, effective immediately.
14 highest-paid healthcare jobs in 2023
U.S. News and World Report released its 2023 best jobs rankings on Jan. 10, including the highest-paying jobs from the list.
Bon Secours opens Virginia medical office building promised 10 years ago
In 2013, Bon Secours signed a performance agreement promising the construction of a 25,000-square-foot medical office building in the East End of Richmond, Va. On Jan. 10, 10 years later, the office building finally opened its doors to the public.
3 leadership changes at CHI St. Alexius Health
Bismarck, N.D.-based CHI St. Alexius Health has tapped three new leaders, according to a news release shared with Becker’s Jan. 10.
Geisinger commits to continued security training after employee was shot, killed outside hospital
Danville, Pa.-based Geisinger is reiterating its commitment to safety after a Dec. 30 shooting outside its Geisinger Medical Center campus took the life of a hospital employee.
