Phoenix-based Banner Health expanded its use of Medaptus’ infusion RCM software to 19 more facilities.
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Sutter Health CEO: AI will ultimately impact every part of healthcare services over time
Warner Thomas, president and CEO of Sacramento, Calif.-based Sutter Health, said that although it’s still too early to obtain a full picture of artificial intelligence’s implications for hospital and health system operations, he believes it will have a…
Texas hospital rebrands
Kingwood (Texas) Emergency Hospital has changed its name to Elite Hospital Kingwood, Community Impact reported Aug. 1.
CEO named for Tenet’s Memphis market
Scott Smith was named market CEO for Dallas-based Tenet’s Healthcare’s Memphis market and CEO of Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis (Tenn.).
Brigham and Women's nurses sign petition of no confidence in VP
Members of the Massachusetts Nurses Association have signed a petition of no confidence in the vice president of perioperative services at Boston-based Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
San Diego overhauls ambulance services, increases fees with new model
San Diego has taken control of the city’s ambulance services with hopes of improving response times and eliminating financial incentives for private companies, The San Diego Union Tribune reported July 31.
Florida billionaires partner with nonprofit to relieve $264M in medical debt
The foundation of Florida billionaires Daniel and Jane Och partnered with RIP Medical Debt to relieve $264 million in medical debt for Miami-Dade County residents, the Miami Herald reported July 27.
9 ways systems can reduce EHR clutter
Administrative burden and inbox clutter are known factors contributing to burnout, and systems across the country are finding ways to reduce volume and streamline the process, according to an Aug. 1 article on the American Medical Association website.
Wisconsin hospital begins ER expansion
Wausau, Wis.-based Aspirus Wausau Hospital has started construction on its emergency department expansion project, CBS affiliate WSAW reported July 31.
Grassroots efforts emerge to keep masks in hospitals
After dozens of hospitals ended their masking policies, organizations are working to promote masking in healthcare again.
