April 13, 2026

1. 11 health systems moving to Epic Full story

2. CMS proposes extension of prior authorization rule to cover drugs: 6 notes Full story

3. As coverage rules evolve, revenue risk grows. Scripps, Temple and UC Davis leaders share responses here.

 

4. Hospitals brace for new wave of federal cuts as GOP turns to reconciliation again Full story

5. How Mount Sinai is transforming its revenue cycle Full story

6. Prior auth delays, unclear handoffs, downstream rework — Singing River Health traced it all to fragmented workflows here.

 

7. 5 states reforming prior authorization in 2026 Full story

8. Blue Shield of California faces scrutiny over care denials Full story

9. CMS pitches 2.4% hospital pay bump, mandatory joint replacement model: 7 things to know Full story

10. VA going live with Oracle Health EHR Full story

 

11. Where does ambient AI fit in rural strategy? An FQHC leader shares insights here.

12. 10 providers seeking RCM talent Full story

13. Florida brokerage firm pleads guilty in $141M ACA enrollment fraud scheme Full story

14. 10 metros with highest, lowest healthcare spending per person Full story

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17. 52% cost savings in virtual care programs. Why health systems are rethinking operating models here.

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