Management

The pace of mergers isn’t showing signs of slowing down, as health systems engage in more deals and bigger transactions.

Amy Mansue plans to step down after leading the New Jersey system for six years. Warren Moore will take over in January.

The two Chicago area systems say they hope to finalize the deal by early 2027. Endeavor has pledged a $1B investment.

Dr. Claude Pirtle, president of Heartland Whole Health Institute, talks with us about an effort to help hospitals set up and sustain programs.

The systems are forming a joint venture and seeking the approval of North Carolina regulators to build the facilities.

The pediatric system offers housing, job and financial programs so families and kids can be healthy.

A new American Hospital Association report outlines dangers to rural hospitals that could lead to more closures.

This year, the Cancer Vaccine Coalition joined the Parker Institute. Leaders tout the potential for new breakthroughs.

A new law taking effect next year is designed to ensure that physicians can use their own judgment when AI tools make suggestions.

Operating margins remain constrained for many health systems, but performance and pressures vary by region.

Health systems say the federal government’s planned rebate program would add $1 billion in administrative costs and hurt rural communities.

A new survey shows 1 in 4 U.S. adults owe a medical debt. Michael Karpman of the Urban Institute talks about how hospitals can help.

How rural hospitals can navigate Medicare Advantage disputes, network adequacy rules, and reimbursement challenges.

The legislation is designed to make care more affordable, but it brings some challenges.

Laureen T. Driscoll, leader of Providence’s south division, will take over as head of the Pennsylvania system in January.

Karen Hanlon, the firm’s president, will be the next CEO, with David Holmberg becoming executive chairman.

The American Hospital Association is responding to claims from insurers accusing health systems of improperly coding.

He talks with us about leading one of New Jersey’s few single hospital systems, taking care of staff and looking ahead.

WVU Medicine has finalized the acquisition of the Independence Health System and will invest $800 million in the hospitals.

Hospitals are facing more complexity, rapid change, and financial headwinds. They need to position boards to help guide systems.

Ben Spence is now leading the Florida-based system.

The system is overlooking millions of people living with undiagnosed or under-treated diseases.

They have finalized agreements to develop FSU Health. Officials say they plan to offer more services across North Florida.

Several groups say that AI is a valuable tool, but warn physician expertise is essential. They push back against efforts to pit doctors against technology.

Dr. David Callender will step down at the end of the year. Alec King, the system’s chief financial officer, will be the next CEO.