Tampa General Hospital researchers have developed a new device that could extend the usability of transplant hearts by three hours.
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Healthcare billing fraud: 10 recent cases
From the conviction of a home health company owner in a $100 million scheme, to the sentencing of a former Georgia insurance commissioner on a conspiracy charge, here are 10 healthcare billing fraud cases Becker’s has reported since July 11:
36 rural hospital CFOs to know | 2024
Rural areas have long struggled with limited access to quality healthcare, often requiring residents to make long journeys, incur high costs or face other significant challenges when seeking care. Rural hospitals strive to alleviate these issues for un…
UNC Health Blue Ridge taps CEO
Gary Paxson, BSN, RN, was named president and CEO of Morgantown, N.C.-based UNC Health Blue Ridge. He will step into the role Sept. 3 after a five-month search.
Microsoft teams up with Mass General Brigham
Microsoft, Somerville, Mass.-based Mass General Brigham and the University of Wisconsin—Madison School of Medicine and Public Health are working together to advance artificial intelligence in medical imaging.
More patients opting for joint replacements at younger age
About 28% of knee and hip replacements are performed on people younger than 55 and the trend is expected to grow, U.S. News & World Report reported July 24.
Whistleblower alleges sterilization lapses at Saint Luke's Hospital
A former sterile processing manager at Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City (Mo.) has filed state and federal complaints alleging sterile processing practices at the hospital are out of compliance with regulations, ABC affiliate KMBC reported July 23.&…
46 hospitals, health systems among best employers for women: Forbes
A total of 46 hospitals and health systems were featured in Forbes’ seventh annual America’s Best Employers for Women list.
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia names new associate chief health informatics officer
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia has named Nihal Bakeer, MD, as its new associate chief health informatics officer for ambulatory EHR.
CommonSpirit Health's bill collector hacked
A company that provides bill collection services for Chicago-based CommonSpirit Health fell victim to a cyberattack.
