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Wendy Horton talks with Chief Healthcare Executive about keeping good workers, recruiting new talent, and lessons learned from the pandemic.

Duke Health has reached an agreement to purchase Lake Norman Regional Medical Center from Community Health Systems, Inc. CHS tried unsuccessfully to sell the hospital previously.

Brian Thompson was fatally shot in New York City and a suspect has been arrested. Eric Sean Clay of the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety discusses new measures health organizations are considering.

The Chippewa Valley Health Cooperative plans to buy and reopen the St. Joseph’s Hospital, while the group pursues plans to build a new hospital.

Fitch has revised its outlook for the sector from ‘deteriorating’ to ‘neutral,’ but health systems still face cost pressures.

Authorities say a person of interest has been arrested in the fatal shooting of Brian Thompson. Police said he had a document showing his mindset.

Jack Lynch, the longtime leader of the Pennsylvania hospital system, is stepping down next year. He talked with us about his career, his frustrations with reimbursements, and why he’s optimistic.

A local nonprofit group is aiming to build a new hospital in Chippewa Falls. Aspirus Health has also announced plans to build a hospital in the region.

The chief medical executive of the Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, Nguyen hopes to transform care in the city and region. He also has a special affinity for the underdog.

Insight Health System has finalized the acquisition of Coldwater Regional Hospital. The system recently took over two hospitals in Ohio.

The Business Group on Health says cost increases will drive companies to try new strategies to control costs, including some considered too disruptive previously.

Brian Thompson was fatally shot outside a Manhattan hotel. Authorities say it appears the shooting was premeditated.

Kimberly Urbanek of Endeavor Health talks about ways to help reduce threats and protect workers.

The North Carolina hospital system is the second organization acquired by Risant. Earlier this year, Risant finalized the acquisition of Geisinger.

The Inova Health System appoints a chief financial officer, and other leaders make news.

Community Health Systems and WoodBridge Healthcare say the $120 million sale of the facilities isn’t happening. Pennsylvania officials had expressed optimism about the deal.

The CMS introduced a rule to try to reduce denials in MA plans. Hospitals say they’re encouraged by the proposal.

A survey of the state’s hospitals finds many are still facing significant financial headwinds, including higher labor and supply costs.

Union Health and Terre Haute Regional Hospital are withdrawing their merger application with state officials. Union Health plans to file a new application in the future.

The co-founder of the telehealth company talks about the growth of virtual care, its value in behavioral health, and what deserves more attention.

AdventHealth is purchasing the two facilities from Community Health Systems, Inc. One of the hospitals has been closed due to damage from Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.

Some health systems have developed conservation strategies, and Baxter International has resumed production at its North Carolina plant. But some facilities are still facing serious challenges.

Banner Health names leader of two hospitals, and other leaders take on new posts.

Congress needs to pass legislation to streamline the prior authorization process so patient care isn’t delayed. The measure has bipartisan support.

Union Health and Terre Haute Regional Hospital are planning to come together. But critics say it could lead to higher costs and would cost some workers their jobs.

Federal waivers for telehealth programs, including hospital-at-home programs, are slated to expire Dec. 31. Fitch says failing to extend home hospital programs would be a financial blow to nonprofit hospitals.

CommonSpirit and the University of Utah Health have established a clinical partnership. The academic system will help expand care at 5 CommonSpirit hospitals in Utah.

Many hospitals in rural areas are struggling to stay afloat. A report commissioned by the Coalition to Strengthen America’s Healthcare suggests mergers may be the best option for some rural providers.

PatientRightsAdvocate.org says it analyzed 2,000 hospitals and found only about 1 in 5 were fully compliant. Some health systems fared better than others.

The famed heart surgeon, television host and former Senate candidate would oversee the huge agency. Trump said he’d be a good partner to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the HHS nominee.