More than 80,000 employees at University of California Health, a system of six academic health centers and four children’s hospital campuses, plan to strike Nov. 17-18. The University Professional and Technical Employees-CWA Local 9119, which represents 21,000 healthcare, research and…
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There is a lot of anxiety in healthcare right now as many health system executives expect slim margins to tighten in the next few years amid increasing need for organizational transformation. Expenses are expected to increase across the board –…
CMS is launching a pilot program aimed at lowering prescription drug costs in Medicaid by aligning prices with those paid in other developed countries. The program is set to begin in January. “CMS is making a historic commitment to driving…
Charleston, W.Va.-based Vandalia Health’s Greenbrier Valley Medical Center in Fairlea, W.Va., is changing its status from an acute care to critical access hospital, according to a Nov. 5 news release shared with Becker’s. Like acute care hospitals, CAHs offer inpatient…
From January through October, U.S. employers cut 1,099,500 jobs — up from 664,839 during the same period in 2024, according to a Nov. 6 report from executive coaching firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Six things to know: 1. That figure…
Brandon Mencini was appointed president of Auburn and Covington medical centers in Washington state, which are part of Tacoma-based MultiCare Health System, and market leader for South King County. Mr. Mencini joined MultiCare on Nov. 3 from Asante Rogue Regional…
The FDA awarded six additional products a Commissioner’s National Priority Voucher, bringing the total number of recipients to 15, according to a Nov. 6 news release. The pilot program aims to reduce drug review timelines to as short as two…
Chief transformation officers are the catalysts for lasting change within their organizations. Armed with sharp problem-solving abilities and visionary leadership, these executives define the goals, direction and execution of transformative initiatives that reshape healthcare from the inside out. Some focus…
Within four years, the End Drug Shortages Alliance has expanded to 100 active members, including hospitals, group purchasing organizations and drug manufacturers and distributors. Vizient and Angels for Change, a drug supply nonprofit, created the alliance in 2021, according to…
Somerville, Mass.-based Mass General Brigham has appointed Kim DeRoche, MD, as its first systemwide chief of primary care, effective Feb. 2, 2026, according to a system news release shared with Becker’s. In her new role, Dr. DeRoche will oversee delivery…