On July 13, New Orleans-based Ochsner Health and Winston-Salem, N.C.-based Novant Health announced they signed a letter of intent to partner on expanding access to care for adults 65 and older.
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35 health system supply chain leaders to know | 2023
Supply chain leaders deftly manage the behind-the-scenes work that keeps their health systems functioning smoothly. These leaders leverage years of healthcare supply chain experience to create cost savings, build strategic partnerships and manage inven…
42% of hospital staff considering private practice switch, survey finds
Private equity firms are making noise in healthcare with their aggressive acquisition of private practice physicians and 42 percent of hospital employees are considering moving to private practice, mostly due to the need for a better work-life balance,…
17 health systems zeroing in on exec teams, administration in 2023
At least 17 health systems announced changes to executive ranks and administration teams in 2023.
58 chief medical officer moves in 2023
Becker’s has reported on 58 chief medical officer moves since the start of 2023.
'Almost biblical in its impact': Physicians balk at CMS' proposed 3.34% pay cut
The American Medical Association and Medical Group Management Association are among the groups raising concerns over CMS’ proposed 2024 Medicare physician payment schedule, which includes a $1.14 (3.34 percent) conversion factor decrease from 2023.
Compounded cardioplegia shortage could create hurdles for hospitals
There are no commercially available solutions of compounded cardioplegia, a drug used to temporarily stop the heart during surgery, after the FDA cited the nation’s only pharmacy that compounded the medication.
Strike nurse faces backlash after viral TikTok
On July 5, a TikTok user posted a video detailing a “day in the life” of a strike nurse. Viewers had mixed opinions.
Pennsylvania system breaks ground on 14th hospital
Allentown, Pa.-based Lehigh Valley Health Network, a 13-hospital system, has started construction on a new hospital and medical office building in Gilbertsville, Pa.
Illinois hospital taps CEO
Tony Keene was named CEO of Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado, Ill., local news station WSIL reported July 13.
