More than 1 million have lost Medicaid coverage, and hospitals are seeing the effects
States are determining some recipients are no longer eligible. Hospitals are providing more charity care, an indication that some have lost coverage.
Healthgrades, OutCare Health team to help LGBTQ+ patients find providers
They’ve partnered to guide patients to doctors and providers offering affirming care. Dustin Nowaskie of OutCare Health talks about the need to offer better care for LGBTQ+ communities.
Sutter Health names first chief physician executive, and more | MED MOVES
UCLA Medical School elevates interim dean of the medical school, Nationwide Children's hires a CFO, and LSU Health Shreveport appoints a new CIO.
More survive cancer, and more live with complications
The number of survivors with functional limitations has more than doubled, suggesting the need for more work to help people live better lives, researchers say.
AI offers solid medical advice, but struggles with referrals: Study
Researchers examined how ChatGPT responds to public health questions.
Mount Sinai shares lessons from hospital-at-home program
The system launched one of the first programs to offer acute care at home. Ania Wajnberg of Mount Sinai talks about the ingredients of a successful program.
The Leapfrog Group's Missy Danforth on ‘alarming’ disparities in care based on coverage
Patients with Medicare and Medicaid were far more likely to have complications than those with private insurance.
McLaren Health Care names first chief nursing officer, and more | MED MOVES
Centura Health names president for hospitals in Colorado and Utah, Queen's Health System in Hawaii hires a COO, and Acadia Healthcare appoints a CFO.
At Northwell Health, diversity is a focus, not a project
The New York health system has been recognized as a leader for its diversity efforts. CEO Michael Dowling says hospitals need to make diversity ‘part of your DNA.’
Sexual harassment, hostility part of culture in academic medicine
Women and members of minority groups endure inappropriate conduct and cyber incivility, and it’s time to transform the culture, according to the authors of a new study.
Black, Hispanic hospital patients are more likely to have complications, Leapfrog Group finds
Those patients had higher rates of sepsis and respiratory failure, according to a study of millions of records. Missy Danforth of The Leapfrog Group spoke with us about the findings.
Seeking to close the gaps in maternal mortality and morbidity
Federal figures point to a chilling rise in maternal deaths. Irogue Igbinosa of Stanford Medicine Children’s Health talks about improving equity in maternal care.
Gillette Children’s partners with Notable for automation services
The AI-powered technology is making life easier for patients’ families and reducing headaches for a health system serving young patients with complex needs.
FTC opposes North Carolina bill on hospital mergers
The Federal Trade Commission says the measure would improperly shield consolidations from federal antitrust regulations and could hurt consumers.
Northwell Health CEO Michael Dowling leads effort to reduce gun violence: ‘We can make a difference’
He’s formed a task force on gun violence. He talks with Chief Healthcare Executive about the effort and getting more leaders to join him.
Many nurses deal with racism from patients, colleagues, and management
Too many in nursing deal with bias and discrimination in the course of their job. A recent survey by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation offers the latest evidence.
Northwell Health CEO Michael Dowling: ‘Complacency is the biggest danger’
The longtime head of the New York hospital system says leaders should constantly raise the bar.
Northwell Health CEO Michael Dowling: ‘Leadership is about building hope’ | Lessons for Leaders
He talks about the importance of generating optimism and inspiring teams to be a part of something bigger.
Hospitals oppose proposed changes to 340B drug discount program | Bills and Laws
Health systems say the legislation would impose burdensome reporting requirements. Critics say the program needs more transparency and reform.
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center gets new COO, and more | MED MOVES
AdventHealth has named two new leaders in its Central Florida Division; Kaleida Health hires a chief nurse executive; and Lifepoint Health appoints a president of two hospitals.
Hospitals joining TEFCA: Epic touts pledges from Kaiser Permanente, Mayo Clinic, Intermountain and more
More than 30 health systems have all agreed to join a nationwide framework for sharing health information. Epic’s Matt Doyle talks about why it’s a big step toward making interoperability a reality.
‘Hospitals Against Violence’ campaign calls for awareness and action
The American Hospital Association is drawing attention to the violence healthcare workers face and is urging support for federal legislation.
Debt ceiling package: Research agencies could lose billions
The agreement caps nondefense spending. Lawmakers will decide how much goes to the NIH and other vital programs, and advocates will have to work to preserve aid.
Weight-loss surgeries among teens are on the rise, researchers say
More young people are having bariatric surgeries. The American Academy of Pediatrics has called for more access to the procedure for kids and teens struggling with obesity.
Hospitals begin to see impact of drop in Medicaid coverage
Patients are losing Medicaid eligibility and hospitals are providing more charity care, according to the latest Kaufman Hall report.
AMA, others launch health equity coalition, ‘Rise to Health’: ‘Real results for real people’
The organizations behind the nationwide effort include the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, Race Forward, the American Hospital Association, and more.
Cancer drug shortages draw more alarm; lawmakers press FDA for help
Amid low supplies of some chemotherapy drugs, healthcare groups and members of Congress are pushing the Food & Drug Administration to alleviate the shortages.
Billing and texting: More patients want digital reminders
A recent survey suggests consumers are more interested in getting payment notices digitally. Some hospitals are offering more digital payment options, but many are not.
Lawmakers push measure aimed at youth mental health crisis | Bills and Laws
A bipartisan bill is designed to help children's hospitals treat more kids with behavioral health issues and train more workers in pediatrics.
Emory Healthcare names CEO of 3 facilities, and more | MED MOVES
University of Michigan Health hires a new patient safety officer, Tampa General Hospital appoints a chief nursing officer, and others move into new roles.
