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High supply expenses dent positive operating income for Stamford Health

Stamford (Conn.) Health continued to report positive operating income in 2022 even as expenses climbed, notably with supplies.

Social inflation adds up to 11% to physician malpractice claims: report 

Social inflation accounts for up to 11 percent of losses related to physician malpractice claims, according to the “Social Inflation and Loss Development Report” from Moore Actuarial Consulting. 

20 best online master's in nursing programs, per US News

U.S. News & World Report released its 2023 rankings for the best online master’s in nursing programs on Jan. 24. 

The CEOs who 'unretired'

A number of retired CEOs have sprung back on the scene in recent months, typically taking the reins at small community hospitals. 

How much alcohol physicians drink: Medscape

Twenty-seven percent of physicians consume less than one drink a week, according to Medscape’s “Lifestyle and Happiness Report 2023,” released Jan. 20. 

What 4 ASC chains have done in 2023

Here are 11 updates on USPI, HCA Healthcare, SCA Health and GI Alliance one month into 2023.

Harris Health affirmed at 'AA' by Fitch amid strong tax base support

Houston-based Harris Health System had its overall credit rating and that on specific bonds and other debt affirmed at “AA” because its strong tax revenue base largely offsets what Fitch Ratings called a “weak payor mix” and concerns about long-term ca…

A plea for N95s and 7 more supply chain updates

Here are eight supply chain updates for ASC leaders to know that have been reported by Becker’s since Jan. 17:

10 hospitals seeking chief nursing officers

Below are 10 hospitals, health systems or hospital operators that recently posted job listings seeking chief nursing officers. 

5 medical schools withdraw from US News' rankings

As of Jan. 24, five medical schools have withdrawn from U.S. News & World Report’s ranking system.