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Hospitals and health systems have postponed surgeries and closed some facilities as the powerful storm approached.

A panel of physicians and leaders in the field expressed enthusiasm for AI’s possible benefits for patients. They also said solutions must be designed with health equity in mind.

The Health and Human Services Department said it is acting to help the public learn more about the ownership of 15,000 nursing homes.

Health groups say requests for authorization are delaying patient care and adding stress to overworked staff. Advocates say a bill to revamp the process for Medicare Advantage plans would help millions.

The new facility will offer medical, surgical and radiation oncology. Other features include a fitness center, along with yoga, art therapy and reiki.

Keck Medicine of USC hires its first diversity officer, GHX will see new leadership in the new year, and Premier Health hires its first chief clinical officer.

The American College of Emergency Physicians reports a sharp increase in attacks. Doctors say assaults have spiked in the pandemic and want hospitals and government leaders to take action.

A panel of physicians said it’s not about building more resilience. Health organizations need to offer resources and reduce burdens that are taxing their physicians.

More than half of all practices said they’d consider reducing staff or accepting fewer Medicare patients. Hospitals are also dreading the prospect of cuts.

House members have introduced a bill to protect victims from getting unexpected bills when they go to emergency departments. A study found charges averaged over $3,500.

Most said they are directing some resources to climate change. The health industry has faced growing scrutiny over its environmental impact.

The system said it will dramatically expand its campus in Camden, New Jersey. Leaders also hailed it as a sign of the city’s turnaround after decades of struggle.

In an interview with '60 Minutes', the president said the pandemic is over, but much work remains. Physicians rejected the assessment and noted hundreds are dying each day.

More than 370 companies, hospitals and healthcare organizations are urging Congress to extend waivers for virtual care.

About 15,000 nurses engaged in a three-day strike last week. Talks are slated to resume this week, but the nurses’ union and hospitals remain apart on key issues.

She will be the first director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, which is tasked with finding innovative ways to defeat cancer.

Trinity Health Of New England selects a chief executive, a Texas health system names a new president in a history-making appointment, and others take new roles.

It looks to be the worst financial year for hospitals since the pandemic began, according to a new report released by the American Hospital Association.

The Office of Inspector General said that some veterans’ medical centers must communicate more about transfers between VA facilities. Some missteps could have affected patient safety, the OIG said.

The House passed a bill to streamline authorization requirements in Medicare Advantage plans. The measure now moves to the Senate.

Warner Thomas has led Ochsner for 10 years. The Louisiana system has named Pete November as his successor.

Health systems are dealing with financial losses and staff shortages. Kristin Pothier of KPMG spoke with Chief Healthcare Executive about managing during economic uncertainty.

A state board in Illinois initially voted against the deal, but then said it would give the systems more time to submit information. The proposed merger would create an organization with $27 billion in annual revenue.

The American Hospital Association is urging lawmakers to support key programs that are set to expire at the end of the month. More than 130 hospitals have closed since 2010.

Some hospitals and pharmacies are advising against providing certain drugs, the AMA and other groups said. They contend new state laws are hurting patient care.

University Hospitals in Ohio names a chief diversity officer, Riverside Health System announces a change at the top, and more leaders make moves.

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.

The two West Virginia organizations announced their merger plans several months ago. Charleston and Mon Health facilities will retain their identities.