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New HFMA CEO eyes 'proactive problem-solving'

The Healthcare Financial Management Association’s new CEO, Ann Jordan, said the organization must set new goals to “meet both current and future needs in the profession,” according to a June 25 HFMA article. 

Roswell Park cancer center names chief nursing officer

Buffalo, N.Y.-based Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center promoted Andrew Storer, PhD, DNP, RN, to chief nursing officer, senior vice president of patient care services and associate professor of oncology.

Bubonic plague case pops up in Colorado

The Colorado Health Department identified a new case of bubonic plague contracted by an individual in Montezuma County.

Texas hospital finds 'new identity' as rural emergency hospital

For one Texas facility, the decision to convert to a rural emergency hospital came down to survivability.

13 statistics on senior-level IT leader salary

The competition for IT talent continues to boost salary ranges for a variety of positions, according to Motion Recruitment’s Tech Salary Guide 2023.

Oncology trends from the first half of 2023

Four trends in oncology have emerged in the first half of 2023.

'A digital gun pointed at your head': What cybersecurity experts advise on paying ransom

Whether to pay ransom in the event of a cyberattack is not a clear decision for hospital and health system leaders, Chief Healthcare Executive reported June 29.

Delaware hospital notifies patients of data breach, potential exposure

Atlanta-based Emory Healthcare is deploying virtual support services within its Epic EHR through a partnership with professional resourcing company Experis.

Idaho hospitals' operations still down 1 month after cyberattack

Two Idaho Falls, Idaho-based hospitals and partnering clinics are still working to restore their systems after being hit by a cyberattack on May 30, eastidahonews.com reported June 29.

California health systems, providers to pay $68M settlement for alleged Medi-Cal fraud

A group of California healthcare providers, including two health systems and a health plan, have agreed to pay $68 million to settle allegations that they submitted false claims to Medi-Cal related to Medicaid Adult Expansion under the Patient Protecti…