Summary
Scott Becker brings Top 12 Healthcare Stories this Week on Becker’s Healthcare Podcast
Scott Becker, the Founder and Publisher of Becker’s Healthcare newsletter, is back with the top 12 healthcare stories this week. Becker covers all the significant developments, ranging from investments, mergers, partnerships and leadership changes.
Becker’s Healthcare Podcast reaches 10 million downloads
Becker’s Healthcare Podcast has surpassed a whopping 10 million downloads and has been listed as the 15th best podcast in the Apple Business rankings.
Ascension invests in 31 health IT companies in its portfolio
With the aim to monetize its $9 billion portfolio in clinical and non-clinical investments, Ascension has invested in 31 healthcare IT companies.
OSF considering acquisition of a SHE hospital
News broke that OSF HealthCare is looking to purchase a hospital in Otterbein, Indiana, which would allow it to expand its reach into the state.
Adventist Health reports $390 million operating loss over two years
Adventist Health disclosed a loss of $390 million over two years in its recently released audited financial report.
William Walters appointed to new leadership position at Bay Health System
Bay Health System announced the appointment of William Walters as its Director of Finance effective this month.
CDC head departs
Brenda Fitzgerald resigned from her position as the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) after her alleged involvement in tobacco company investments came to light.
Kaiser Permanente returns to profitability
Kaiser Permanente announced a profit of $233 million in Q1 of 2018, making a significant recovery from its previous year’s losses.
Upcoming Becker’s conferences
Upcoming healthcare conferences hosted by Becker’s Healthcare were announced, featuring informative and engaging sessions on emerging healthcare topics.
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center joins CHRISTUS Health
A well-known medical facility, Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center, joins CHRISTUS Health, a nonprofit health system that operates facilities in the United States and Latin America.
Banking crisis for CFOs
The CFOs in healthcare organizations are facing multiple challenges such as mergers, reimbursements and compliance issues. Financial experts warn that CFOs should keep a balance between the uncertainties and the growth opportunities amidst these difficulties.
St. Bernard Hospital receives A-grade in safety
After a great deal of effort and implementation of efficient healthcare practices, St. Bernard Hospital, which had a low safety grade, improved its grade to an A.
Private equity trends in healthcare
John Mede and Tara Nas shared their insights on the latest trends in healthcare private equity, covering topics like deal activity, investment strategies and performance.
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This episode aired on 05/08/2023 and can be listened here.
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