Today's Top 20 Healthcare News Articles
  1. Zantac cancer trial results in hung jury

    A Chicago jury failed to reach a verdict Sept. 18 over claims that heartburn drug Zantac causes cancer, Reuters exclusively reported. 
  2. Providence Heart Institute planning $42M renovation

    Renton, Wash.-based Providence is planning a $42 million renovation of the Providence Heart Institute in Spokane, which will increase its patient capacity by 15%, according to a Sept. 17 report from the Spokane Journal of Business. 
  3. The catalyst for a 25% drop in sepsis mortality at Jefferson Health

    In the healthcare quality space, clinicians must track a plethora of metrics and measures, creating an environment where it can be easy to lose focus of ongoing priorities.

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  1. 34 health system revenue cycle leadership moves

    From the retirement of BJC HealthCare's chief revenue officer to HonorHealth's appointment of a new vice president of revenue cycle, here are 34 health system revenue cycle leadership moves Becker's has reported on in 2024:  
  2. Epic looks to ease clinician workflows

    Epic is developing tools in a bid to reduce cognitive processes for clinicians. 
  3. Contempt charges against Steward CEO to go before full Senate

    The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions voted Sept. 19 to forward two resolutions regarding contempt charges against Steward Health Care chairman and CEO Ralph de la Torre, MD, to the full Senate. 
  4. Nurse workplace violence reporting increased 1,080% with new tool

    Making it easier to report workplace violence with quick-scan codes on walls and badges increased reporting by 1,080% in two months, according to a new study.

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  1. Exeter Hospital to cut neurology, podiatry, pediatric dental services

    While its specialized paramedic program will operate through at least Dec. 20, Exeter (N.H.) Hospital also plans to close additional programs. 
  2. Illinois' 1st hospital-based organ donation center to open at Rush

    Illinois' first hospital-based donor care center will open Sept. 19 at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network and the medical center confirmed to Becker's.
  3. AI company misled hospitals: Texas AG

    An AI company that works with health systems has reached an agreement with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to resolve allegations that it issued inaccurate and deceptive claims regarding the reliability and safety of its products.
  4. Allina Health announces changes to nurse staffing

    A small number of nurses may be laid off as Allina Health modifies its elective surgery schedule at Owatonna (Minn.) Hospital.

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  1. Tech jobs are dwindling

    Technology workers no longer have their pick of employment offers or perks as tech jobs are waning, The Wall Street Journal reported Sept. 19.
  2. The 'long-term vision' of AI at Mass General Brigham

    Somerville, Mass.-based Mass General Brigham has been among the earliest, and most aggressive, adopters of artificial intelligence in healthcare.
  3. Hospital-at-home, telehealth extension advances in Congress

    A U.S. House committee unanimously passed a bill Sept. 18 that would extend the hospital-at-home program and telehealth flexibilities.
  4. Most frequent CMS citations in 2024

    Similar to 2023, hospitals are most frequently cited for deficiencies in patient rights, according to CMS data obtained by Becker's. 
  5. Rhode Island hospital addresses financial losses, physician resignations

    Wakefield, R.I.-based South County Health has responded to calls for leadership change in the wake of an open letter from physicians and a state Department of Health investigation. 
  6. FDA recalls Smiths Medical neonatal/pediatric and adult tracheostomy tubes

    Smiths Medical has recalled and removed Bivona neonatal/pediatric and adult tracheostomy tubes due to a manufacturing defect that can cause the securement flange of the device to tear, which can cause loss of ventilation and loss of protected airway. 
  7. Palomar Health, University of San Diego aim to set 'new standard' for wellness

    Escondido, Calif.-based Palomar Health and the University of San Diego have announced a "transformative new partnership" that aims to improve the health and wellness for the campus community and wider San Diego region.
  8. CVS' Oak Street Health to pay $60M to settle Medicare Advantage kickback allegations

    CVS subsidiary Oak Street Health has agreed to pay $60 million to settle accusations that it violated the False Claims Act by offering kickbacks to third-party insurance agents in return for referring older adults to its primary care clinics.
  9. 3 shuttered hospitals nearing reopening

    At least four hospitals have reopened in 2024, and three others will soon join them: 

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