In recent years, debates over scopes of practice and titles have intensified among associations representing physicians, advanced practice providers and other healthcare professionals.
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J&J to drop upfront 340B rebates: 4 things to know
Johnson & Johnson will discontinue upfront 340B drug rebates for certain hospitals, raising concerns among healthcare providers and advocacy groups. The proposed policy, set to take effect Oct. 15, would prevent certain hospitals from accessing 340B di…
Senators introduce cybersecurity bill with standards for hospitals
Two U.S. senators introduced a bill Sept. 26 that would create minimum cybersecurity standards for hospitals and require them to undergo “stress tests.”
CMS nursing home voting rights guidance: 4 things to know
CMS has issued a memo reminding nursing homes to facilitate their residents’ right to vote. Guidance for nursing home administrators is included in the memo.
UMass Memorial Health establishes 5 endowed chairs
Worcester, Mass.-based UMass Memorial Health has created five endowed chairs to support senior clinicians with dual appointments at the health system and its primary academic partner, UMass Chan Medical School, focusing on the advancements these facult…
Rhode Island system workers vote 'no confidence' in management
In the wake of physician resignations, some employees with Wakefield, R.I.-based South County Health have taken a “no confidence” vote in management, according to ABC affiliate WLNE.
Texas health system diverts patients after IT outage
Lubbock, Texas-based UMC Health System started diverting patients to other hospitals because of an IT outage Sept. 26.
Former CEO sues Missouri hospital for discrimination: 5 things to know
Hayti, Mo.-based Pemiscot Memorial Health Systems is being sued by its former CEO after she claimed she faced discrimination and retaliation.
MRIs cut overdiagnosis in prostate cancer screening: Study
A recent study highlighted the use of MRIs in reducing overdiagnosis in prostate cancer screening.
CommonSpirit cuts operating losses in 2024: 8 things to know
Chicago-based CommonSpirit posted a $581 million operating loss (-1.5% margin) in fiscal year 2024, up from an operating loss of $1.3 billion (-3.6% margin) posted in 2023, according to its Sept. 26 financial report.
