Category: Static

Costco to offer weight loss program

Six months after Costco announced its entrance into the healthcare industry with $29 virtual primary care visits, the big box retailer is launching a specialized weight loss program exclusively for its members. 

Colorado health system taps CFO

Cortez, Colo.-based Southwest Health System has named Adam Conley CFO. 

7 things to know about Risant Health

Washington, D.C.-based Risant Health, a nonprofit organization that is part of Oakland, Calif.-based Kaiser Permanente, completed the acquisition of its first health system, Danville, Pa.-based Geisinger, on March 31. 

Quorum Health names RCM VP

Brentwood, Tenn.-based Quorum Health has named Richard Flores vice president of revenue cycle management.

Travel nurse pay by state

From February to March, Montana saw the sharpest decrease to average weekly travel nurse pay, and Idaho saw the sharpest increase, according to data shared with Becker’s from Vivian, a healthcare career marketplace.

Penn Medicine's IT road map

In 2024, Penn Medicine is focusing on prioritizing data security, EHR optimization and strategic partnerships. 

Leapfrog ranks diagnostic error recommendations

On April 1, Leapfrog updated its list of 29 diagnostic error practice recommendations after hospital leaders asked for a hierarchy.

AI, smart beds among tech at new $868M hospital

A new $868 million hospital in New Jersey is equipped with the latest digital technology including artificial intelligence and smart beds, NJBIZ reported April 1.

1,000+ UChicago physicians move to unionize

More than 1,000 resident physicians and fellows at the University of Chicago Medical Center are making efforts to join the Committee of Interns and Residents, a local of the Service Employees International Union.

Kaiser hospital taps chief nurse

Christina Geis, RN, was named chief nurse executive for Kaiser Permanente’s Antioch (Calif.) Medical Center.