The hospital is still struggling to make payroll and is working out payment plans with vendors. Mr. Gardner says that if a genetic testing program launched by previous CEO Brett Antczak had been implemented, the hospital would have violated anti-kickback laws.
So far, the hospital has cut 50 full-time staff positions and eliminated its genetics, behavioral health and hospice programs.
“I’ve had 40 years of healthcare experience and I never would’ve run a hospital the way they did,” Mr. Gardner told 9News.
Mr. Antczak did not respond to 9News’ request for comment.
