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KeyCare CEO talks about hospital partnerships, virtual care, and opening the digital front door
Lyle Berkowitz, founder and CEO of KeyCare, spoke with Chief Healthcare Executive about the young company’s work with health systems.
Change Healthcare cyberattack: UnitedHealth Group payments surpass $3 billion, lawmakers seek answers
The parent company of Change Healthcare has sent more money to providers, and members of Congress want to know more about the incident. Nearly all hospitals have been affected.
Michigan health system acquires three hospitals
MyMichigan Health is moving to take over three hospitals and an ambulatory center run by Ascension Michigan.
Hospital patient sentiments: Nurses get high marks, but long waits, noise, and food are concerns
A new report by J.D. Power sheds light on factors driving patient satisfaction in hospitals. A big key: Nurses play a large role.
Wisconsin Hospital Association CEO discusses hospital closures and financial woes | States of healthcare
Eric Borgerding talks about the impact of two hospitals shutting down in western Wisconsin and the challenging environment for the state’s hospitals.
Baltimore bridge collapse could affect medical supply chain
The Port of Baltimore is one of the busiest in America. A cargo ship collided with the Francis Scott Key bridge, bringing it down and potentially impacting supplies.
Rady Children’s finds success in reducing mental health visits to emergency department
The pediatric health system based in San Diego has placed mental health professionals in primary care practices, and it appears to be making a difference.
More than 1,900 hospitals give less in benefits than they get in tax breaks: Report
The Lown Institute, a nonprofit think tank, says the “fair share deficits” of nonprofit hospitals amount to $25 billion. Hospitals say the institute’s report is flawed.
Nurses love their work, but not their workplace
Hospitals have been struggling to retain nurses. Vicki Good, chief clinical officer of the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, talks about improving the environment for nurses.
Nurses, doctors urge Washington to take action on healthcare violence | Safer Hospitals
Leaders from groups representing physicians and nurses went to Capitol Hill to draw attention to the dangerous incidents in hospitals.
Novant Health appoints new chief financial officer, and more | MED MOVES
A Grady Health leader takes on an expanded role, and other leaders take new posts.
Wisconsin hospitals close their doors
Two hospitals that served patients for more than a century shut down Friday. Hospital Sisters Health System said financial challenges led to the closure of the facilities.
Republicans in Congress push to ban DEI in medical schools | Bills and Laws
Congressman Greg Murphy has introduced a bill that would cut off federal funds for medical schools with offices aimed at improving diversity. Medical colleges say improving diversity leads to better care.
Physician shortage could reach 86,000, AAMC projects
The Association of American Medical Colleges said the shortfall of doctors could make it harder for patients to get treatment.
NCH Healthcare System reduces drug alerts, and stress on clinicians
The Florida health system uses technology to send doctors more targeted medication alerts. David Linz of NCH talks about the effort.
Patient safety: Falls remain stubborn problem
ECRI’s 2024 list of threats to patient safety includes a familiar challenge: preventing falls. Marcus Schabacker, ECRI’s CEO, discusses an ongoing concern.
Top 10 patient safety threats of 2024: Helping new clinicians, maternal care barriers, AI, and more
ECRI outlines key challenges in protecting patients. Dr. Marcus Schabacker, CEO of the patient safety group, talks with us about the dangers to patients.
Change Healthcare cyberattack: Hospitals ask Congress to speed up payments
Lawmakers should lift restrictions on the federal government to help providers get assistance more quickly, the American Hospital Association says.
How cyberattacks are a threat to patient safety
Health system leaders know the financial risks of cyberattacks, as shown by the Change Healthcare attack. Now, they are seeing cybersecurity is essential to protecting patients.
Technology can help clinicians, but beware of ‘shiny object syndrome’
Ann Cappellari of SSM Health says providers must find ways to reduce burdens on staff. But it’s vital to identify key problems before adopting new solutions.
Change Healthcare cyberattack fallout could hurt credit ratings of smaller providers: Fitch
Most providers have been affected in some way by the ransomware attack, but it’s been more damaging to those with fewer resources.
UF Health selects new CEO, and more | MED MOVES
The leader of Presbyterian Healthcare Services is going to retire, and other leaders tackle new roles.
Health equity is 'the greatest challenge with AI'
Healthcare leaders at the HIMSS conference spoke about AI’s remarkable potential, but some worry that it could worsen disparities in care.
HIMSS 2024 highlights: AI, cybersecurity, and a new showrunner
The healthcare technology conference was dominated by talks about AI in healthcare and ransomware attacks. It was the first conference since Informa Markets began managing the event.
Availity offers ‘Lifeline’ to help hospitals and providers with claims | HIMSS 2024
The company has processed claims for health systems and physicians affected by the Change Healthcare cyberattack, handling more than $5 billion in claims.
Nearly all hospitals feel financial impact of Change Healthcare cyberattack
The American Hospital Association said 94% of its members have suffered financially due to the ransomware attack. Most are also seeing impacts on patient care.
HIMSS 2024 in 2 Minutes: The top stories
Tens of thousands came to the HIMSS Conference in Orlando, and AI and cybersecurity dominated the conversation.
HIMSS 2024: Lessons from the Change Healthcare cyberattack
Clearwater CEO Steve Cagle talks about important lessons from the ransomware attack that has affected hospitals and providers nationwide.
Hospitals should see cybersecurity as part of business strategy | HIMSS 2024
Health systems should look at cybersecurity as more than an expense. Improving cybersecurity can strengthen the brand and open new business possibilities.
Change Healthcare cyberattack: Federal investigation begins, HHS cites ‘unprecedented magnitude’
The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services wants to determine if there was a violation of federal privacy regulations. HHS noted the ‘direct threat’ to patient care.