McAlester (Okla.) Regional Medical Center is facing criticism for its debt collection practices, KFF Health News reported Jan. 19.
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Nebraska hospital names interim CEO
Kearney (Neb.) Regional Medical Center has named an interim CEO as William “Bill” Calhoun departs for a new role with Providence.
Experts call for more focus on preparing for Disease X
Global leaders are trying to get ahead of Disease X — the name used by the World Health Organization to “indicate an unknown pathogen that could cause a serious international epidemic.” Preparing now for the next global pandemic is vital, accordi…
A fast start to 2024 RCM M&A deals
Revenue cycle management company mergers and acquisitions are off to a quick start in 2024, with four deals announced or completed so far in January.
Ransomware gang takes responsibility for hospital hack
Money Message ransomware gang is claiming to be responsible for the Dec. 24 hack on Newburyport, Mass.-based Anna Jaques Hospital, The Record reported Jan. 19.
Highest-paying states for 6 nurse professions
California was the top-paying state for three nursing professions.
Mass General Brigham physician sues to save telehealth
A physician with Somerville, Mass.-based Mass General Brigham is suing to allow clinicians to treat patients in other states remotely, according to a Wall Street Journal article.
Why hackers are extorting patients directly
Hackers are increasingly attempting to extort patients directly as health systems bolster their cyber defenses, Bloomberg Law reported Jan. 22.
7 maternity service closures in 2024
On the heels of financial pressures and workforce shortages experienced last year, many hospitals and health systems are continuing to face maternity service closures in 2024.
CMS propels more EMTALA trainings for hospitals
In response to a growing pile of questions about compliance with the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act, HHS and CMS are deploying new education efforts.
