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A bipartisan bill would offer a bump in reimbursements to physicians. Doctors say years of cuts are prompting some physicians to stop taking Medicare patients.

Dan Shoenthal, chief innovation officer at MD Anderson Cancer Center, talks about helping patients navigate the system, AI’s potential, and being thoughtful about its use.

Children’s Hospital New Orleans will now be known as Manning Family Children’s, reflecting a ‘transformational’ partnership.

Musk and his DOGE team are now reviewing the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Hospitals say they’re looking to preserve funding.

Emerus has partnered with several health systems to build small hospitals. Rachel George, chief medical officer of Emerus, talks about the company’s growth, increasing access and its telehealth model.

The American Hospital Association is seeking exceptions for drugs and medical devices made in China, Mexico, and Canada. China is a key supplier of cancer drugs and protective gear.

Dr. Mirna Mohanraj of the Mount Sinai Health System developed a program to collect more information about patients in intensive care units. She talks about the work and the benefits for doctors, patients, and families.

The former Georgia congressman secured Senate confirmation easily. He plans to address the backlog of claims and improve the system.

The Senate Finance Committee voted 14-13 to advance him, and the full Senate will decide if Kennedy is confirmed. Sen. Bill Cassidy, a Republican and a doctor, voted in favor of him.

President Trump has threatened tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada. While some tariffs have been paused, health systems worry that they could eventually pay more for medical devices and drugs.

Chip Kahn explains why health systems are worried about the prospect of cuts in coverage, and how patients, and hospitals, could pay the price.

Matt Heywood, CEO of Aspirus, talks with us about integrating St. Luke’s, a $200M construction project, plans to build a new hospital, and potential for more growth.

Researchers have found that physician burnout is tied to documentation time after hours. Lisa Rotenstein of UCSF Health talks about ways to reduce burnout.

Johns Hopkins Medicine names a new physician in chief, and others take on new roles.

The University of Kansas Health System, Newman Regional Health, and LMH Health have formed a ‘strategic affiliation.’ It’s not a merger, but they will work together to boost services.

Duke Health and UNC Health are teaming up to build a new campus that will cost $2-3 billion. Officials share details about the long-awaited pediatric facility.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the HHS nominee, faced more scrutiny over his disparaging statements on vaccines. Sen. Bill Cassidy, a Republican and a doctor, says he worries about Kennedy discouraging vaccinations.

Kennedy, President Trump’s nominee to lead the Department of Health & Human Services, faced tough questions from Democrats in the hearing. He also heard support from Republicans.

The order aims to block federal funding to providers offering surgeries and chemical treatments to those under 19. Healthcare organizations have defended such care.

Executives are going to do work on closing disparities in disadvantaged groups, a Deloitte report finds. Jay Bhatt of Deloitte talks how to make those efforts successful.

Medicaid portals were inaccessible nationwide. The White House said they will be restored, but a judge has issued an order blocking President Trump’s spending freeze.

The top honors include hospitals with national name recognition and smaller institutions. Brad Bowman of Healthgrades talks about the honorees, notable trends and the gap between the best and the bottom.

The ranking sets out to name the top providers nationwide, but Brad Bowman of Healthgrades says the list shows many Americans can’t easily get to the best hospitals.

More than half of all Americans were impacted by the attack, UnitedHealth Group says. It’s been called the biggest health data breach in U.S. history.

Carolee Lee of Women’s Health Access Matters (WHAM) talks about spurring investments, understanding women’s health isn’t a niche market, and raising awareness about the untapped opportunities.