New Mexico has the highest rate of Clostridium difficile infections for the second year, while Nevada has the lowest, federal data shows.

The older adult population is expected to reach 82.1 million by 2050, yet less than 1% of physicians specialize in their care, according to a recent study of Americans over the age of 65. 

Ralph de la Torre, MD, chairman and CEO of Dallas-based Steward Health Care is invoking his Fifth Amendment right ahead of a Senate committee's contempt vote. 

Since 2018, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) has warned that Medicare Advantage (MA) plans sometimes deny enrollees' requests for essential services they need.1 2

The Health Resources and Services Administration issued a stern warning to Johnson & Johnson on Sept. 17, stating the company's plans to impose 340B rebates on certain drugs are in violation of federal law. 

After the COVID-19 pandemic, Epic Systems began ramping up efforts in medical research, The Cap Times reported Sept. 18. 

CMS is working on a qualified health plan directory pilot program for the state of Oklahoma, which could serve as a model for more national information-sharing initiatives in the future, according to CMS.

St.-Louis-based Ascension reported a $79 million operating loss (-0.3% margin) for the 10 months ending April 30, a substantial improvement on the $1.2 billion operating loss in the previous 10-month period. 

Oracle Health has unveiled new EHR enhancements aimed at streamlining tasks for healthcare providers, with a focus on improving patient care efficiency and reducing clinician workload.

A respiratory virus linked to a rare, polio-like condition in children is on the rise in the U.S., according to a Sept. 17 NBC News report. 

GLP-1 weight loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have become blockbuster drugs, but the need for weekly injections has limited their use. This may soon change, as several oral versions are nearing FDA approval, CNN reported Sept. 17.

Hospital and health system executives are navigating a complex financial landscape, with operating costs under constant pressure. As part of their cost-reduction strategies, several hospitals have turned to outsourcing or eliminating IT roles. 

Vizient has recognized 83 academic medical centers and community hospitals for outstanding clinical quality and performance. 

Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine in Hagerstown, Md., has opened enrollment for the fall 2025 semester.  

The nursing assistant shortage is expected to be severe by 2028, Mercer, a financial services company, said in a recent report. 

Tom Golisano will donate $360 million to 82 nonprofits in New York, including $69 million to nine healthcare organizations.

Cancer cases in adults under 50 have been rising in recent years, and alcohol consumption may be one factor contributing to the rise, The New York Times reported Sept. 18.

The following hospital and health system president departures were reported by Becker's in the past two months, including resignations and retirements.

Nathan Stevenson has resigned from the Wabash General Hospital board of directors, a spokesperson for the Mount Carmel, Ill.-based hospital confirmed to Becker's.

A group of House lawmakers have introduced a bill aimed at strengthening the enforcement of the No Surprises Act.