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MU Health Care working to meet financial goals

Columbia-based University of Missouri Health Care’s expenditures are exceeding its operating budget, KBIA reported April 19. 

Health systems creating new IT C-suite roles

In response to evolving demands within the healthcare landscape, hospitals and health systems are reconfiguring their C-suites and leadership teams to align with organizational priorities. Among the recent developments, several institutions have introd…

80% of Change Healthcare restored after cyberattack

Change Healthcare has reinstated 80% of the functionality for its claims, payment and pharmacy services following a February ransomware attack, the company said.

Zepbound, Mounjaro shortages drag on

Four more solutions of Zepbound and Mounjaro are in limited supply, and the shortages have prolonged, the FDA said April 17. 

Former Desert Healthcare CEO files wrongful termination claim

Conrado Bárzaga, MD, former CEO of Palm Springs, Calif.-based Desert Healthcare District & Foundation, has filed a claim alleging wrongful termination, the Desert Sun reported April 18.

Weight loss drugs will widen health disparities, experts say

While weight loss drugs have been touted as a game-changer for the nation’s obesity epidemic, many Americans who would benefit most from the medications often lack access, experts told the Los Angeles Times in an April 15 report.

New Hampshire hospital to lay off 54 employees

Manchester, N.H.-based Catholic Medical Center has shared plans to cut 142 positions, including 54 layoffs, amid ongoing financial difficulties. 

WHO updates terminology for airborne diseases

Following several years of collaboration with major public health agencies, the World Health Organization has broadened its classification of airborne diseases — a move that could have significant influence over infection control policies in countries …

AMA: 'Time to scrutinize' medical supply chain

The global medical supply chain is flawed and all stakeholders have a hand in these issues, according to the American Medical Association. 

HHS finalizes 340B dispute rule

HHS has finalized a rule to establish a 340B administrative dispute resolution process as required under the Affordable Care Act.