Little Rock-based University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences plans to sign a co-management agreement with Mena (Ark.) Regional Health System, pending final approval from the Arkansas Department of Health. The agreement was approved July 14 by the Mena City Council…
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In this episode, Scott Becker highlights 5 key healthcare stories, including the rebound in hospital M&A, healthcare CEO compensation, leadership and workforce trends, and why GLP-1 economics remain a challenge for employers.
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Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare estimates changes to the ACA environment will cost it from $1 billion to $1.2 billion in 2026, up significantly from an April estimate of $600 million to $900 million, according to July 14 preliminary financial results. …
The National Basketball Players Association named Teladoc Health its preferred virtual care provider through a new multiyear partnership. The union said July 8 the deal gives active and retired NBA players and their families preferred access to Teladoc Health’s virtual…
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