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4 recent hospital, health system CEO moves

The following hospital and health system CEO-level moves have recently been reported by Becker’s since July 9:

Missouri system settles on location for Kansas hospital

Joplin, Mo.-based Freeman Health System’s new Kansas hospital officially has a name and location.

HCA's latest leadership moves

Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare has recently made several executive changes within its hospitals.

OhioHealth appoints chief nursing officer of 2 hospitals

Jodie Wegmiller, BSN, RN, a long-time nursing leader at OhioHealth, has been named chief nursing officer and vice president of patient care services at two of the Columbus-based system’s hospitals. 

Allegheny Health hospital completes breast health center renovation

Jefferson Hospital in Jefferson Hills, Pa., has finalized its breast and imaging center expansion and renovation.

Kaiser med school extends tuition waiver

Kaiser Permanente’s medical school in Pasadena, Calif., is extending its tuition waiver policy for one year, allowing a sixth cohort to attend tuition-free. 

State review delays Mount Sinai Beth Israel planned closure

In a decision that came down to the wire, New York City-based Mount Sinai’s Beth Israel hospital will not close July 12 as initially planned. Along with legal challenges, the health system is waiting on the New York State Department of Health’s approva…

CMS pitches 2.8% physician payment cut for 2025

CMS released its annual proposed changes to the physician fee schedule for 2025 on July 10, which includes a proposed 93 cent (2.8%) conversion factor decrease from 2024. 

8 notable CEO transitions this year

Becker’s Hospital Review has reported on a number of CEO transitions this year, including several at prominent health systems.

Arbitrary eye drop expiration dates increase waste, costs: Study

A study conducted by Mount Sinai Health System has found self-imposed use cessation dates (SUCDs) for ophthalmic eye drop bottles increased waste and costs compared to dates listed by the FDA.