Becker’s Hospital Review is pleased to release its ACOs to know list in 2023. Many of the featured ACOs are early adopters of the Medicare Shared Savings Program and deliver quality care at lower costs.
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Medical distributor to pay $200K to resolve misbranding allegations
Jet Medical, a medical device distributor, has reached an agreement to pay the U.S. government $200,000 to resolve misbranding allegations surrounding a migraine treatment, according to a Jan. 5 report from Medscape.
135 nursing programs launched in 2022
Here are 135 nursing programs that launched or expanded in 2022:
Dr. Caroline Baumal appointed chief medical officer of Apellis Pharmaceuticals
Retina specialist Caroline Baumal, MD, has been appointed the chief medical officer of Apellis Pharmaceuticals.
Press Ganey recognizes 7 hospitals for outstanding nursing
Press Ganey, a leading healthcare performance improvement company, recognized seven hospitals for outstanding nursing Jan. 4.
This implant prevents tumors from hijacking T-cells
Many cancer tumors defend themselves using the body’s regulatory T-cells, making treatment difficult. But a new implant created by researchers at the University of California Los Angeles is designed to stop tumors from hijacking T-cells and allow treat…
Diversity, equity and inclusion is not just for leaders: 5 quotes from MD Anderson's diversity chief
Ranna Parekh, MD, joined MD Anderson as chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer in May. Dr. Parekh had an interview Jan. 5 with MD Anderson regarding her role and priorities.
3 women charged in $71K health system payroll scam
Three women have been charged with third-degree theft and conspiracy to commit theft after plotting to steal more than $70,000 from Morristown, N.J.-based Atlantic Health System, NJ.com reported Jan. 5.
3 HCA hospital executives resign
Three executives at hospitals affiliated with Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare have resigned, Becker’s has learned.
OHSU taps former UC Irvine exec to serve as chief nursing executive
Portland-based Oregon Health & Science University has tapped Brooke Baldwin, DNP, MSN, RN, to serve as vice president and chief nursing executive, effective Feb. 5.
