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Independent practices are particularly vulnerable to breaches. But practice owners can take simple steps today to protect patient data.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences appoints two leaders, Vanderbilt names a nursing leader, and others take new roles.

Federal authorities had warned health systems about the Hive group, which targeted more than 1,500 victims worldwide.

More health systems say they are aiming to close disparities in healthcare. Susan Garfield of EY outlines steps to help move the needle.

The Leapfrog Group surveyed employers and found disappointing results for insurers. Employers say they’re most concerned with improving care, even more than managing costs.

Some patients get agitated, and aggressive, when they don’t feel heard. Marisa Randazzo of Ontic shares some advice on easing tensions before they escalate.

Researchers found facilities run the gamut, ranging from $1,000 to more than $60,000, according to findings published in Jama Network Open. The authors called for standardization of the fees.

Doctors and nurses have been attacked far too often. Marisa Randazzo of Ontic discusses steps health systems can take to protect their workers.

Even with the drop, the number of changes was among the highest of all sectors, according to a report tracking executive exits.

Authorities say it’s unclear how she was able to bring a gun into the hospital. She remained in the room for hours, forcing patients to be moved.

Information technology pros said the attacks are causing more health complications, and many say they’ve had to transfer patients or have seen longer hospital stays.

A new study finds that Black patients are more likely to wait longer and receive less treatment. Researchers say the alerts can have implications in patient care.

Clinics must take new approaches to nurture the relationships they built during the pandemic and ensure they are delivering the experience that will encourage patients to return.

Ohio State appoints a new CEO of Wexner Medical Center, Jersey City Medical Center gets a new chief medical officer, and others take new roles.

Facing a divided Congress, healthcare advocates will be pushing for assistance in several areas, and aiming to avert cuts to key programs.

Democratic Gov. Jared Polis faulted hospitals for high costs while making record profits. The Colorado Hospital Association says many hospitals have negative operating margins.

Attackers are getting more polished in their approach. Crane Hassold of Abnormal Security talked with Chief Healthcare Executive about the evolving threats and what health systems should be doing.

A Qualtrics survey found healthcare workers have a wide number of frustrations, and nearly 4 in 10 said they are considering finding other jobs.

The polling organization also reported the largest year-over-year increase in deferred healthcare since first tracking the issue in 2001.

Healthcare organizations need to weigh many factors when deciding if it’s time to find partners, analysts say.

The organization evaluated nearly 4,500 hospitals and measured their performance among common procedures.

Nearly half of all Medicare beneficiaries are enrolled in Medicare Advantage programs. Insurers hailed the milestone, but lawmakers have pressed for reforms, citing delays in approval for treatments.

The system is going to take over Welch Community Hospital, a small hospital in the southern part of the state. WVU says patients will get access to more services.

The Association of American Medical Colleges released a report that offers more insight on the nation’s physician workforce.

Jennifer Mensik Kennedy, who took the post earlier this month, said nurses need more than occasional pizza parties. Healthcare leaders need to change their work environment to help nurses thrive, she says.