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Uptick in mysterious condition puzzles physicians

Physicians are reporting a surge in a mysterious medical condition notably affecting young, athletic women since the onset of the pandemic, The Washington Post reported April 10. 

Hospital M&A hits 4-year high

The first quarter of the year marks the strongest merger and acquisition activity among hospitals and health systems since 2020, according to analysis from Kaufman Hall. 

Why CEO pay is on the rise: Lown Institute

Vikas Saini, MD, president of the Lown Institute, is speaking out on high hospital CEO pay.

Epic approved for 'otherworldly' expansion

A local planning commission has approved Epic’s plans for a headquarters expansion that will feature more fantasy-themed buildings, the Milwaukee Business Journal reported.

Best states to retire, per Gen Z and millennials

Gen Zers and millennials still have a ways to go before retirement — although many are planning ahead, according to a new survey from GoBankingRates. 

Why Walgreens' CEO expects to beat Amazon on healthcare

Walgreens’ new CEO said the company will vanquish Amazon on healthcare by continuing to offer a human touch, CNBC reported.

UnityPoint expands virtual care to 3 states

West Des Moines, Iowa-based UnityPoint Health has expanded virtual care to three other states.

7 hospitals, health systems creating new C-suite roles

Hospitals and health systems are making changes in their C-suite and leadership ranks based on organizational needs in today’s healthcare environment. Some of the changes have involved  adding inaugural roles to their C-suites.

Oracle to revamp AtlantiCare IT systems

Atlantic City, N.J.-based AtlantiCare is entering into an IT partnership with Oracle Health as part of a new six-year initiative. 

CMS pitches inpatient payment rule for 2025: 8 things to know

CMS released its annual Inpatient Prospective Payment System proposed rule April 10, which proposes a reimbursement boost for acute care hospitals.