As healthcare continues to evolve, platform models are reshaping how we use data and deliver care. At their core, platforms are about connection. For example, Etsy connects creative producers and buyers looking for unique items. DoorDash connects restaurants, drivers and…
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Building the Central Nervous System (CNS) for Operational Excellence Health systems are facing a perfect storm. Reimbursement pressures from policy changes and the acceleration of value-based care bundles are squeezing already strained margins. Staffing shortages among nurses, anesthesiologists, CRNAs, radiology…
INTRODUCTION In American healthcare, Medicaid presents significant challenges, particularly regarding inpatient stay approvals. In recent years, Medicare and the Two-Midnight Rule have dominated discussions around inpatient admission criteria and reimbursement, while Medicaid—another major government payer—has received considerably less attention despite…
More women have been elevated into the hospital and health system CFO role recently through robust leadership pipelines, targeted sponsorship initiatives, and the growth of employee resource groups designed to support advancement. Female CFOs bring exceptional financial acumen and strategic…
As an academic health system with rural ties while also serving the Denver metro area, Aurora, Colo.-based UCHealth is focused on sustaining access and strengthening system reach through strategic partnerships and rural investments. Partnering to sustain rural access “We’re continuing…
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Wright Lassiter III, president and CEO of Chicago-based CommonSpirit Health, will receive the Health-System Leadership Award from the Association of Black Health-System Pharmacists at the organization’s annual luncheon on Dec. 9. Mr. Lassiter is being recognized for his commitment to…
Due to a variety of factors, many health systems across the country had to make operational changes in 2025. Becker’s asked three healthcare strategic leaders which operational change made the biggest impact re. patients in the past year and what…
Solventum has named Thea Campbell, MBA, RHIA, as its new Business Director for Revenue Cycle – Revenue Integrity. In her new role, Campbell will leverage her extensive health system experience to help advance Solventum’s revenue cycle solutions. Campbell brings a…
Following a year of significant financial, workforce and operational challenges, hospital and health system CEOs are redefining leadership and adopting new mindsets and approaches to meet today’s complex environment. Becker’s asked leaders: Looking back over the past year, what is…
The National Institutes of Health has recently implemented several changes to how it awards and oversees research grants. Seven things to know: 1. On Nov. 18, the NIH said all award notices will now include language stating grants can be…