CMS issued its Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System final rule Aug. 1, which boosts inpatient hospital pay 3.1 percent in 2024. The plan was met with criticism from hospital groups, which say the payment update is inadequate.
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AI in 'high-stakes' clinical environments: 2 chief medical officers weigh in
The healthcare industry is poised to see more clinically-facing uses of artificial intelligence as the technology rapidly advances, creating a new set of challenges and opportunities for chief medical officers.
Unionization gaining traction among physicians
Amid today’s challenges, hospitals and health systems are seeing physicians seek representation at the bargaining table.
HIMSS closes Informa deal, sets sights on AI and global influence
After months of discussion, Informa closed the acquisition of the HIMSS Global Health Exhibition/Conference Aug. 1 with big plans to continue scaling the event.
What does the average S&P 500 healthcare CEO make?
The average CEO of an S&P 500 healthcare corporation brings home more than a pretty penny, but their earnings remain significantly short of those in some other sectors.
Chicago hospital cited for patient death amid ED staff shortage
In February, a patient died at Loretto Hospital — a safety-net hospital on Chicago’s West side — after no one was around to treat the individual in the emergency department, according to a CMS inspection report.
Will there be another 'tripledemic'? 3 infectious disease experts weigh in
Inching closer to respiratory virus season, physicians are starting to get a clearer picture of what to prepare for this fall — which will mark the first virus season where COVID-19 has not been a public health emergency.
Gen Z's preferred benefits differ from generations past: Report
Perks beyond pay are essential to recruiting new talent in today’s competitive market. A strong benefits package can help potential employers stand out from the crowd.
St. Louis hospital to close
South City Hospital, a 178-bed facility in St. Louis, plans to close in the coming weeks because of financial challenges, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported Aug. 3.
AAP reaffirms support for youth gender-affirming care, promises research review
The American Academy of Pediatrics reaffirmed its support of gender-related treatments for children while also saying it will systematically review related medical research, according to an Aug. 4 New York Times report.
