The implications of proposed cuts to Medicaid funding are beginning to reverberate among hospital leaders throughout Washington state. Many believe the cuts could present significant challenges for hospitals there. The House Energy and Commerce Committee advanced a bill May 14…
Valley Medical Center
Renton, Wash.-based Valley Medical Center said it will make service consolidations and other changes to 50% of its workforce over the next two months due to financial challenges, state and federal government uncertainties, and private sector reimbursement. The news comes…
Renton, Wash.-based Valley Medical Center laid off 101 employees after federal Medicaid benefits ended Dec. 31 without notice. Employees affected by the layoffs include roles in leadership, support, nonclinical and ancillary departments, a spokesperson for the hospital said in a…