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University Hospitals in Ohio names a chief diversity officer, Riverside Health System announces a change at the top, and more leaders make moves.

Trinity acquires MercyOne’s 16 medical centers and hundreds of sites of care. Not many hospital deals are happening, but analysts expect the pace to pick up in the near future.

The rule goes into effect in December. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra said the policy aids immigrants and is ‘in the interest of all Americans.’

A recent court ruling allows plaintiffs to file suits in counties where juries give bigger awards. Pennsylvania hospitals and doctors say it will drive up costs and limit access to healthcare.

The two West Virginia organizations announced their merger plans several months ago. Charleston and Mon Health facilities will retain their identities.

CVS is aiming to acquire Signify, and its network of doctors caring for patients at home, in an $8 billion deal. Experts say it shows the home could be the future of healthcare.

The Medical Group Management Association said the cuts would lead to reduced access to care. Some groups said they could be looking at reducing staff or closing locations.

Health systems can retain nurses by focusing on professional development across all the career stages.

Several planned health system transactions have fallen through this year. Here’s a look at why some deals didn’t come together.

The House overwhelmingly passed the bill, and lawmakers in both parties embrace the measure. But supporters say there are some challenges in the Senate.

Two House members have introduced legislation to continue two Medicare funding streams that provide $600 million to hospitals in rural areas. Unless Congress acts, the programs are slated to end in a month.

The latest Kaufman Hall report found more bad news, with declining volumes and higher expenses. Hospitals could be on pace for their 'worst financial year' in a long time.

The Alabama-based company opened the doors of two new hospitals this month, and a third opens next month. And the firm has more on the way.

The president’s initiative only covers a portion of the average debt of medical school, but the Association of American Medical Colleges says it still does some good.

The Biden administration's new policy says the findings of publicly-supported studies must be released right away. Advocates say it will save lives and improve medical research, but publishers have concerns.

A federal judge in Idaho said federal law supersedes a part of that state’s law pertaining to healthcare providers. Conversely, a Texas judge ruled that federal guidance doesn’t override state law.

In the second part of a conversation with Chief Healthcare Executive, Cacchione says Jefferson is going to measure where disparities exist and work to improve the diversity of the staff.

The chief medical adviser to President Biden, Fauci has helped lead the federal response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Health leaders say he helped save millions and reduced the stigma of feared diseases.

Staff at Boston Children’s Hospital have been harassed. The American Academy of Pediatrics and others condemned the attacks and intimidation.

Glen Falls Hospital chooses a longtime veteran as a new chief executive, Aiken Regional Medical Centers brings a leader home, and other leaders take on new roles.

ChristianaCare and Prospect Medical Holdings, owners of Crozer, announced the talks ended without an agreement.

The Federal Trade Agreement warns that state Certificates of Public Advantage aren’t a substitute for antitrust laws, and lead to higher costs for patients.

The Centers for Disease Control will be reorganized, she says. Critics have said the agency’s guidance and leadership have been lacking.

Many have postponed visiting doctors or seeking treatment for health problems. An American Hospital Association report says they’re requiring longer stays, adding to financial woes.

Two lawmakers want more information as more hospitals are being hit with ransomware attacks. They say they’re concerned about the timely sharing of threat information with the health sector.

Researchers found increased odds of death during hospitalization, cardiovascular problems and obstetric hemorrhage.

The group joins hospitals in asking the Biden administration to continue the designation beyond October. At the same time, the CDC is easing some of its guidance.

Marc Harrison will leave in the fall to run a healthcare platform for General Catalyst, which announced a collaboration with Intermountain this week.