Philadelphia-based Jefferson Health will consolidate all of its cardiac and vascular services under a new institute, established through a “transformational” gift.
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CommonSpirit in talks to sell hospital to Altru
CommonSpirit Health is in the early stages of a potential sale of its critical access hospital in Devils Lake, S.D., to Altru Health System.
Optum to pay $20M to settle improper prescription allegations
OptumRx will pay $20 million to settle allegations it improperly dispensed some opioid medications, the Justice Department said June 27.
Children's National's AI chief champions 'inclusive' AI strategies
When it comes to artificial intelligence, Children’s National Hospital’s new AI chief is ensuring she addresses the technology with an inclusive strategy to identify the best areas where it can assist with administrative tasks.
Indiana hospital names CEO
Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Ind., has appointed Lorie Ailor to serve as CEO. She will step into the role in mid-July, according to a news release sent to Becker’s.
COVID gets tougher to distinguish
Gone are the days of hallmark COVID-19 symptoms. While loss of taste and smell, and persistent cough were once tell-tale signs of the respiratory infection, symptoms today vary widely, with tests being the only sure-fire way to confirm a diagnosis, phy…
Kidneys from Black organ donors are discarded more frequently, even when viable
Kidneys from deceased Black organ donors are being discarded at a higher rate than other organ donors’ kidneys — even when they are working, The Conversation reported June 25.
Providence to pay $12M as plan to reopen birthing center fizzles
Renton, Wash.-based Providence has agreed to pay $12.3 million to support women’s health, behavioral health and community benefit services in Southern Sonoma County instead of reopening the family birthing center at its Petaluma (Calif.) Valley Hospita…
Joint Commission renewed as CMS accreditor of clinical labs
The Joint Commission has once again been renewed by CMS for its lab and point-of-care testing accreditation program. The renewal is effective now through 2030, it announced June 27.
$6M Maryland ED overhaul targets wait time reduction
Randallstown, Md.-based Northwest Hospital is getting a $6 million state-funded expansion and redesign of its emergency department, the Baltimore Banner reported June 27.
