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Several healthcare organizations are urging lawmakers to block looming reductions to a program that aids more than 2,500 hospitals.

The two systems said they are exploring a partnership. If they come together, the merged organization would operate more than 40 hospitals.

Duke University Health System selects a new chief operating officer, St. Clair Health hires a new COO, and others take new roles.

Steward Health Care is preparing to shut down the Texas Vista Medical Center. Steward wants University Health System to take over the hospital, and the organizations are clashing over the situation.

The retailer is adding 28 new locations in Texas, Arizona and Missouri. It comes as other retailers are getting into healthcare delivery.

The DEA is proposing more restrictions on remote prescriptions on some medications for mental health and substance use. Critics say the plan could make it harder for patients to get what they need.

A report from the Department of Veterans Affairs’ watchdog suggests a lack of police staffing compromises security. Some facilities also have inoperable cameras.

The two systems announced their plans to join forces in September. MercyOne is part of Trinity Health, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit systems.

At a forum hosted by Northwell Health, health leaders, advocacy groups, and elected officials said hospitals and health systems must take a greater role on this public health threat.

Compared to last January, hospitals have rebounded financially, but they remain well below pre-pandemic levels, Kaufman Hall says. And they fell back in some areas compared to December.

A solid majority said they would feel uncomfortable if doctors were relying on artificial intelligence for a diagnosis. Some see the potential for greater health equity.

A group of Democratic and Republican senators are asking the Biden administration to extend a policy that helps rural hospitals retain staff in areas with low wages.

Health systems say the proposal would upend the industry. The Federal Trade Commission says ending such pacts would enable Americans to earn more.

CMS officials say more hospitals are complying with federal transparency regulations. But the agency may take a tougher stance on those that aren’t disclosing prices.

The online retailer says annual subscriptions to the primary care organization will cost $144, or $12 per month. Regulators won’t sue to block the deal but say their investigation continues.

The eastern Pennsylvania system says the attack hasn’t disrupted operations. The system says the attack comes from BlackCat, a gang with ties to Russia that authorities say is more sophisticated than some rivals.

Some patients are less likely to adhere to cancer screening programs, researchers say. Clinicians lack knowledge in treating transgender patients, a barrier that must be addressed.

The Federal Trade Commission was investigating the planned merger, saying it would raise prices and reduce services for patients.

We talked about the company’s work with hospitals, the work towards interoperability, and why he’d like to see a nationwide patient ID.

The Alice Walton School of Medicine names a founding dean, Vanderbilt University Medical Center names a chief medical officer, and others take new roles.

CommonSpirit is ending its partnership with AdventHealth after nearly three decades, and purchasing Steward's hospitals in Utah.

The senator checked into Walter Reed for treatment. Supporters praised him for disclosing what is often a private battle and said it may spur others to seek treatment.

The health system is teaming with the NBA’s Detroit Pistons and Michigan State University on the project. It includes a new hospital building and a medical research facility.

Health Gorilla’s Steven Lane talks about the growing support for sharing information, the obstacles ahead, and why interoperability can lead to greater health equity.

Women doctors and younger physicians say they are more likely to feel as if they don’t deserve their position.

The number of breaches dipped in the second half of the year, but the number of people affected rose sharply, according to a new report.

The Department of Health & Human Services proposed a rule that would require facilities to disclose ownership by private equity. Advocates for nursing homes say the issue distracts from the need for more funding.

The company’s virtual care platform offers mental health services and medical care at more than 250 colleges. CEO Luke Hejl said TimelyMD is poised for more growth.