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3 tips for hospitals employing drug-delivery robots

Numerous hospitals and health systems have invested in drug-delivery robots for years, but recently, there’s been an uptick in adopting this technology, according to Joe Burczynski, PharmD. 

In search of hybrid work balance

When it comes to hybrid work, companies are seeking arrangements that result in a successful return to the office environment, Fortune reported Aug. 15.  

Memorial Health System taps former SCL Health exec as chief medical officer

Memorial Health System has tapped Shawn Dufford, MD, to serve as chief medical officer, the Gulfport, Miss.-based system said Aug. 15.

Amazon online pharmacy to show insulin costs upfront

Amazon Pharmacy is offering automatic coupons on more than 15 insulin and diabetes care brands.

Top 5 payer claims platforms, per KLAS

As payers look to consolidate their claims and administrative platforms, KLAS Research scored the top vendors in an Aug. 15 report.

43,000 California health system patients to receive notices of possible billing corrections, refunds

About 43,000 former patients of Santa Clara Valley (Calif.) Healthcare will receive notices of possible billing corrections and refunds.

From Beds to Clinics: How 37 Healthcare Leaders Are Adapting to the Outpatient Revolution

Becker’s asked C-suite executives from hospitals and health systems across the U.S. to share their organization’s areas of growth for the next few years. 

Jefferson sells lab business for $108M

Philadelphia-based Thomas Jefferson University, owner of Jefferson Health, sold its lab business for $108 million, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported Aug. 14. 

Some health system IT execs taking on multiple roles

Some health system IT executives have been taking on multiple roles, such as CIOs taking on the tasks of chief digital officer. The moves have been cited as enabling an overarching technology vision for the organization. 

'Blue legs': Another potential long COVID-19 symptom

Pooling of blood in the legs causing them to turn a bluish color is the latest symptom researchers have linked to long COVID-19, according to a researcher at the University of Leeds in the U.K.