1. 40 things to know about healthcare costs
From an aging population to Affordable Care Act mandates, there are a number of factors influencing healthcare costs in the U.S.
2. 7 hospitals receive credit downgrades in past month
Seven hospitals and health systems received a credit downgrade during the past month, according to a report from HFA Partners.
3. MedPAC approves 340B payment proposal: 3 things to know
The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission approved a proposal to reduce Medicare Part B payment rates for hospitals participating in the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
4. Healthcare executives expect M&A to drive growth in 2016
Healthcare executives are optimistic about their organizations’ financial performance in the year ahead.
5. Moody’s: 3 challenges facing the healthcare industry in 2016
The healthcare industry will face myriad challenges in 2016, according to a report by Moody’s Investors Service.
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