Large health systems reported mixed financial results in the first quarter of 2026, with organizations including Cleveland Clinic and NewYork-Presbyterian posting stronger operating margins while others, such as Kaiser Permanente and Intermountain Health, reported margin declines. Here is a snapshot…

Democratic lawmakers have introduced resolutions in the House and Senate to overturn CMS’ Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction (WISeR) model, an AI-assisted prior authorization initiative under traditional Medicare. The effort follows a May 12 determination from the Government Accountability Office…

The HYM Investment Group and My City at Peace have filed a letter of intent with the Boston Planning and Development Agency for an $850 million redevelopment of the shuttered Boston-based Carney Hospital into a mixed-use Dorchester Health Campus with…

Like many roles in healthcare, revenue cycle leadership has evolved over the years, with a focus on developing a high-performing and educated team as the technology landscape becomes increasingly prevalent.  “When I started in the industry, revenue cycle wasn’t quite…

Here are 41 health systems with strong operational metrics and solid financial positions, according to reports from credit rating agencies Fitch Ratings and Moody’s Investors Service released in 2026. Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Health systems were compiled…

Ogdensburg, N.Y.-based North Star Health Alliance will close its Watertown, N.Y.-based North Star Pediatrics practice June 30 amid ongoing restructuring and operational stabilization efforts after it sought bankruptcy protection in early February.   Watertown-based North Star and North Country Family Health…

The SSI Group has named Jennifer Strahan president.  She joins the revenue cycle management company from healthcare software company ABOUT Healthcare, where she led enterprise operations, analytics, and professional services nationwide, according to a May 19 SSI Group news release.…

Chicago-based CommonSpirit posted a $3.4 billion net loss in the third quarter of fiscal 2026 — compared to a $69 million loss during the same period last year — driven largely by costs tied to its exit from Conifer Health…

Aspirus St. Luke’s in Duluth, Minn., will close its home health services division as the health system shifts resources to other areas of care, according to a May 19 news release. Four things to know:  1. Wausau, Wis.-based Aspirus Health…

Berkshire Hathaway has sold off more than 5 million shares in UnitedHealth Group less than a year after acquiring them, according to a May 15 regulatory filing. In August, Berkshire disclosed it had purchased the shares during the second quarter…