Kaiser Permanente data breach may affect 13.4 million people: Questions and answers
The California-based organization says it is notifying current and former members of its health plan. Health data breaches have affected millions of Americans.
Understanding the scope of aggressive incidents in hospitals | Safer Hospitals
Researchers found healthcare workers are facing a verbal or physical incident at least once for every 40 hours worked. Joanne DeSanto Iennaco of Yale University talks about protecting staff.
AdventHealth plans $220M expansion of Daytona Beach hospital
The project will add more than 100 beds to the hospital. It comes just after the opening of a new ambulatory surgical center.
Hospitals, physicians clash over FTC rule banning non-compete agreements
The Federal Trade Commission says barring such agreements will help workers. The American Hospital Association says it’s bad policy and that the agency has ‘run amok.’
Hospitals wary of Supreme Court ruling on abortion and emergency care
The justices heard arguments Wednesday stemming from a law in Idaho. Healthcare groups fear the court could restrict emergency care in cases going beyond abortion rights.
Why hospitals are joining nursing homes in fighting minimum staffing rules
The federal government has finalized the first staffing standards for nursing homes. Long-term care facilities say the rule is unrealistic, and hospitals say it could limit post-acute care options.
Washington state hospital system ‘very fragile’ after two years of losses
The state’s hospitals have lost nearly $4 billion over the last two years, and most are continuing to lose money.
Change Healthcare cyberattack: Many Americans could be affected, hospitals still hurting
UnitedHealth Group says it could take months to identify all those impacted. The data breach is posing headaches for hospitals.
NPR’s Domenico Montanaro talks about healthcare and the 2024 election
During a discussion at the Hospital + Healthcare Association of Pennsylvania Leadership Summit, NPR's senior political editor discussed the presidential race and key health issues.
Feds want hospitals, health providers to provide data on carbon emissions
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is aiming to create a voluntary program for hospitals to share information about their impact on the environment.
Hospitals and the environment: Pressure to do better
Health systems are getting pushed, from inside and outside their organizations, to reduce waste and emissions.
Earth Day, hospitals and sustainability: 'We've seen the momentum change'
More hospitals and health systems are working to reduce their impact on the environment.
Medical City Dallas appoints new CEO, and more | MED MOVES
VillageMD recently appointed a new president, and other leaders have taken new roles.
Hospitals have a key asset for environmental programs: Younger workers
As health systems look to improve their sustainability, they can find allies in younger staff. Hospitals can also retain workers they don’t want to lose.
Tennessee hospital poised for sale
Community Health Systems, Inc. says it has reached an agreement to sell Tennova Healthcare-Cleveland to the Hamilton Health Care System in a $160 million deal.
Hospitals and sustainability: Getting started on the journey
Health systems looking to do better for the environment should start small, find some early wins to build success and momentum, and get leadership behind the effort.
West Virginia health system investing hundreds of millions in new facilities
The WVU Medicine board approved $400 million for new projects. The system also recently announced plans to build a new cancer hospital.
Why hospitals are looking at anesthesia to curb emissions
Some hospitals are changing their use of anesthesia and making a big reduction in their carbon footprint, and saving money.
Lawmakers express frustrations over Change Healthcare cyberattack
At a hearing in Washington, House members posed many questions in the attack that has hurt hospitals, physician practices and providers of all kinds.
Change Healthcare cyberattack: Health leaders ask Congress for help with cybersecurity
During a House panel hearing on the attack, hospital and health industry leaders urge lawmakers to help deal with attacks from ransomware groups.
Why preventive medicine needs more support | Healthy Bottom Line podcast
Mirza Rahman, president of the American College of Preventive Medicine, talks about the need for more federal support for residency programs and a greater appreciation for population health.
Five Utah hospital properties are getting new ownership
Medical Properties Trust has sold its majority interest in five hospitals. The real estate investment trust has sold other properties to generate more cash.
Black maternal health: Addressing the national crisis
With the observance of Black Maternal Health Week, Kisha Davis of the American Academy of Family Physicians talks about the crisis and protecting mothers.
Change Healthcare cyberattack continues to affect doctors: ‘Practices will close’
Physician practices, along with hospitals and health systems, have taken a serious financial hit from the Change Healthcare cyberattack.
Novant Health names chief physician executive officer, and more | MED MOVES
The Association of American Medical Colleges appoints a chief scientific officer, and others take on new posts.
Corporate groups pass hospitals in ownership of physician practices
The shift is one of the key findings in a new report by the Physicians Advocacy Institute. Fewer doctors are working in private practices.
Drug shortages reach ‘all-time high’, including cancer drugs
The American Society of Hospital Pharmacists reports 323 active drug shortages. The group’s CEO says shortages include emergency medications in hospital crash carts.
The importance of knowing and owning your business | Lessons for Leaders
Jenny Redman-Schell of Aspirus Medical Group discusses the need to understand all aspects of business, planning ahead, and how women can rise in healthcare leadership.
Hospital mergers in first quarter reach highest number since 2020
There were 20 announced deals in the first three months of 2024, according to Kaufman Hall.
UVA Health CEO K. Craig Kent talks about expansion and extension
The leader of the University of Virginia health system talks with Chief Healthcare Executive about the organization’s strategic plan, acquisitions and partnerships, and his contract extension.