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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.

Millions of Americans suffer from visual impairments, and many are having trouble using telehealth services.

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.

The Austin-based company says it’s redesigning the engagement model for behavioral health. Iris is working with nearly 200 hospitals and health centers.

Researchers found Medicare beneficiaries who received treatment via telehealth were less likely to suffer an overdose, suggesting a greater need to expand services and treatment.

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

With a closed loop approach, providers can help ensure vulnerable populations receive the right care at the right time in the most cost-effective manner.

In other news, the BHSH System hires a chief people officer, Baptist Health in Arkansas fills a key role, and more leaders take new posts.

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

Many eligible Americans aren’t enrolled because the application process is too burdensome. A new proposal would make it easier for some to get access to healthcare.

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

A survey of chief information officers reveals they’re worried about the pressures on their IT staff.

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.

Gaining the facts to fight the myths is the best way to dispel them, and to have a greater understanding of this disorder that affects so many people.

In other news, University of Pennsylvania Health System appoints a new chief operating officer, a key HCA Healthcare leader is retiring and more.

Many companies are seeing higher healthcare costs, partly because people deferred treatment. Ellen Kelsay, CEO of the Business Group on Health, outlined employers’ concerns in an interview with Chief Healthcare Executive.

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.