From UnitedHealthcare beating CMS in a star ratings lawsuit to MetroHealth’s former CEO refiling his lawsuit against the system, here are 10 healthcare industry lawsuits, settlements and legal developments that Becker’s has reported since Nov. 19:
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A 'straight-A' hospital's safety playbook
Endeavor Health Elmhurst (Ill.) Hospital is one of only 12 U.S. hospitals to achieve consecutive “A” ratings from Leapfrog since 2012, when the organization began biannual safety rankings. Becker’s found out why.
Walmart health and wellness leader to exit role
Brian Setzer, head of Walmart’s health and wellness division, will exit the role after less than two years, a spokesperson for Walmart confirmed with Becker’s in a Nov. 25 statement.
President-elect Trump's picks for CDC, FDA, surgeon general: 31 notes
In a series of announcements late Nov. 22, President-elect Donald Trump shared his nominations for three of the nation’s top health positions: CDC director, FDA commissioner and surgeon general.
NYC Health + Hospitals to upgrade medication management technology
NYC Hospitals + Health is rolling out a multimillion dollar upgrade to its medication management systems, aimed at improving efficiency and patient safety access across the network.
HCA Missouri hospital taps new CFO
Kansas City, Mo.-based Research Medical Center has named Sam Maxfield CFO.
Mayo develops new AI tools
Rochester, Minn.-based Mayo Clinic researchers have developed new artificial intelligence tools to quickly and accurately identify brain areas causing seizures in patients with drug-resistant epilepsy.
Teladoc expands virtual sitter capabilities
Teladoc Health has introduced AI-powered updates to its Virtual Sitter solution.
Healthcare group calls for IV safeguards
The National Infusion and Vascular Access Society says nurses need more education and training on infiltration and extravasation, Nursing Times reported Nov. 25.
OSF hospital taps interim president
Lisa Schepers, DNP, RN, has been appointed interim president of OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony’s Health Center.
