Most hospitals and health systems are still struggling to find the cybersecurity budget and staffing to succeed.

The Trump administration has cut funding on programs that help with preparedness and prevention, and there’s concern about lost capabilities.

Sentara Health set out several key principles for the use of AI in the Virginia-based system. The guidelines emphasize safety, privacy and transparency.

Lawmakers are looking to streamline the process of prior authorization for treatments from MA plans. Previous efforts stalled, but lawmakers in both parties want to see changes.

By using data-driven tools to manage internal float pools and local per diem staff, healthcare systems are improving retention, reducing costs, and achieving better outcomes.

The Trump administration is cutting programs that help hospitals and health systems respond to emergencies. Critics fear that scaling back federal emergency programs will hamper response efforts.

Two academic health systems name chief executive officers, and other leaders take new roles.

Rick Majzun, president and COO of the pediatric system, talks about aiming high, juggling multiple roles, and dealing with uncertainty in funding.

The health technology conference in October will be spotlighting artificial intelligence. Rich Scarfo, president of HLTH, says the focus reflects the growing importance of AI in the industry.

The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology is hearing reports of layoffs in those programs. Leaders of the association and the Leapfrog Group warn about risks to patients.

President Trump’s administration is rolling back the guidance issued under President Biden. Critics say it will endanger patients and leave doctors more puzzled about when they can act in emergencies.

The American Diabetes Association and The Leapfrog Group are honoring hospitals who are giving top-notch care to those with diabetes. It’s the second year the groups have presented the awards.

The Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement went live in 2023, and while full interoperability hasn’t happened, some see important gains.

With little federal activity on AI in the industry, some states are moving forward on issues such as transparency and consumer protection, analysts say.

Under the deal, UnityPoint would add Siouxland Medical Center into its footprint. The hospital has more than 400 beds and is the only level II trauma center in western Iowa.