Ron Southwick

Health systems are facing more cost pressures that should intensify in the coming year. Joe Kight of U.S. Bank says hospitals should be thinking ahead and viewing liquidity as a strategic asset.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services offers an increase in outpatient reimbursements, but some other proposals are drawing criticism.

Hospitals and health systems are dealing with the ramifications of HR 1, including significant cuts in Medicaid unfolding in the coming years.

The Pennsylvania system completed the acquisition of the Heritage Valley Health System. Regulators have signed off on the deal.

The New York health system’s tool has now been added to Epic’s electronic health system. Dr. Chethan Sathya of Northwell talks with us about the work to reduce deaths from firearms.

Vic Schmerbeck talks with us about the opening of new hospitals, its partnerships with health systems, and plans for more new facilities.

Steve Walsh will succeed the retiring Rick Pollack. Walsh, the CEO of the Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association, has been praised as a committed leader who knows how to bring people together.

Courtney Holladay, chief learning officer of MD Anderson, talks about overcoming resistance, managing the pace of change, and why over-communication is a myth.

ChristianaCare Wilmington Hospital has expanded weapon screening following the deadly shooting earlier this month.

Tina Freese Decker, president and CEO of Corewell Health, says it’s critical to recognize healthcare as a team sport, especially with big challenges ahead.

Several women in leadership roles shared lessons they have learned, leading with empathy, and pursuing opportunities when they arise.

Chief financial officers are taking on a bigger role in health systems as the industry evolves.

States will face new rules in funding Medicaid. Mary Mayhew, CEO of the Florida Hospital Association, says new federal rules are threatening vital programs.

The Trump administration has sent warning letters to 500 hospitals, and a message. Healthcare leaders see growing public demand for simpler information on pricing.

Health systems must educate staff on watching for indications that patients, visitors, or employees could be at risk of a violent incident. Workers must be empowered to come forward.

William Robertson will retire at the end of the year. Florence Chang, MultiCare’s president, will take over as CEO on Jan. 1.

One person died and another was injured in a shooting at ChristianaCare’s Wilmington Hospital. After other recent shootings, hospital leaders shouldn’t wait to talk with staff about areas to address.

Dr. Ridgley Salter and his son, Dr. Nick Salter, both work at WellSpan Health. They talk about their journey, staying healthy, and finding balance.

One person died and another was wounded in ChristianaCare’s Wilmington Hospital, authorities say. The suspect was captured Tuesday night.

Eric Steinberger of Atlantic Health talks about using data, connecting with patients, and envisioning marketing as an engine for growth.

In a wide-ranging conversation, she talks about caring for an aging population, changing federal policies, and why hospitals are facing a different kind of pivot point.

Crystal Broj of the Medical University of South Carolina system talks about making it easier for patients to access the system and reducing headaches for doctors and staff.

The Healthcare Financial Management Association’s annual conference offered a window on an industry facing rapid challenges and changes.

In an interview at the HFMA conference, Kevin Holloran of Fitch Ratings talked about planning for Medicaid cuts, opportunities with AI, and why it’s not a time to be cautious.

Even with big changes in federal policy and mounting cost pressures, Hancock says devising strategies for the future is the best way to manage and adapt.

The for-profit system in Tennessee elevated Dave Caspers, who had been Ardent’s chief operating officer. Marty Bonick, the former CEO, stepped down to pursue other opportunities.

She spoke with Chief Healthcare Executive at the HFMA conference about integrating Spectrum Health and Beaumont Health to form Corewell Health. She also talked about facing financial headwinds and the value of partnerships.

He spoke with Chief Healthcare Executive at the Healthcare Financial Management Association about challenges with reimbursements and potential with the use of AI.

Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, outlined top priorities during an appearance at the Healthcare Financial Management Association conference.

The Catholic health system has completed the deal to acquire AMSURG’s 300 ambulatory surgery centers. It marks a shift in Ascension’s long-term strategy.