Milwaukee and Downers Grove, Ill.-based Advocate Aurora Health will close its Aurora Health Center in Sister Bay, Wis., Dec. 1, the Door County Pulse reported Nov. 9.
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Payers putting ‘downward pressure’ on ASCs: How leaders are looking at payer behavior
ASCs have historically faced obstacles to reimbursements, and ASCs in some markets are seeing increased pressure from payers.
LifeBridge Health to partner with George Washington University for new medical campus
Baltimore-based LifeBridge Health is planning to team up with George Washington University in Washington, D.C., for a new medical campus located at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore.
Pediatric COVID-19 cases jump for 2nd week
COVID-19 cases among children have been rising nationwide for two consecutive weeks, according to a Nov. 3 report from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
3 New York hospitals keep critical access designations, funding
Three rural hospitals in New York will continue to receive federal funding after CMS changed guidelines allowing them to keep their critical access designations, CBS affiliate WWNY reported Nov. 8.
University of Rochester Medical Center rolls out on-demand virtual visits
The University of Rochester Medical Center has rolled out on-demand telemedicine visits to treat patients for common medical conditions and minor illnesses and to provide general medical advice.
AHA political arm falls victim to more than $12K fraud
The political action committee of the American Hospital Association said it had fallen victim to potential fraud totaling over $12,000 after fake checks were written on its behalf.
5 California updates for ASC leaders to know
From a free ophthalmology clinic to a new ASC renovation, here are five California updates Becker’s has reported on since Oct. 6:
UNC Health to develop pregnancy-related hypertension prevention program
Chapel Hill, N.C.-based UNC Center for Women’s Health Research received $12.5 million to identify effective strategies for implementing pregnancy-related hypertension best practices in outpatient facilities.
NCH Healthcare to receive $20M match gift for orthopedic care
Naples, Fla.-based NCH Healthcare System will receive a $20 million match gift on behalf of NCH board member Jay Baker and his wife Patty, South Florida Hospital News reported Nov. 8.
