Health Populi

APRIL 9, 2019

Health Populi’s Hot Points: One of the most intriguing data points in this survey is displayed in the third graphic on the bottom bar: the percentage of people who use an app to consult a doctor rather than going in person. This is why I so often repeat that broadband connectivity is a social determinant of health.

Governance 108

Governance Health Care Access Health Insurance Doctors 108

Health Populi

JULY 5, 2023

The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) turns 75 today. As The Lancet stated on July 1, 2023, “Strengthening of primary and community care, public health, and broader preventive measures beyond the health sector” will be an important remedy to assure NHS survival and effectiveness. In the U.S.,

Nurses 62

Nurses Doctors Single Payer Health Care Public Health 62

Health Populi

JULY 13, 2021

CVS has been tracking the growing trend of health care consumerism in the U.S. since first launching this consumer market research in 2018 in the Health Ambitions Study conducted in concert with Aetna — the pharmacy chain’s newly-acquired health insurance company. Stress levels among U.S.

COVID-19 71

COVID-19 Health Insurance Medicaid Medicaid 71

Hall Render

JUNE 7, 2024

acres in Roseville for future primary care center U.S. health care is in a crisis. Owners say it’s getting harder to stay open BCBS of Louisiana plans further Epic expansion Is Louisiana’s abortion ban costing the state future doctors? list includes 3 from Arizona ARKANSAS Children’s Miracle Network Raises $5.4M

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services Nurses Hospitals Nursing Homes 40

Hall Render

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

CT’s Medicaid reimbursement rates lower than peer states: report Better safety training, reporting, escorts for CT home health care workers focus of new legislation D.C. Acquisition of BCBSLA Paused a Second Time It was the biggest health care deal in Louisiana history. What they say sets them apart.

Nursing Homes 40

Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals Medicaid 40

Hall Render

OCTOBER 6, 2023

A shortage of doctors Monroe County Hospital to shut down labor and delivery unit ALASKA Report: Alaskans dogged by chronic diseases and many lack healthy lifestyles or regular screenings She received chemo in two states. medical school to revamp philanthropic efforts Sage Health opening 3 central Md. Silver Springs Blvd.

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals 40

Hall Render

OCTOBER 6, 2023

A shortage of doctors Monroe County Hospital to shut down labor and delivery unit ALASKA Report: Alaskans dogged by chronic diseases and many lack healthy lifestyles or regular screenings She received chemo in two states. medical school to revamp philanthropic efforts Sage Health opening 3 central Md. Silver Springs Blvd.

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals 40

Hall Render

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Care Taps Health Net Exec as New CEO COLORADO Aurora’s Fitzsimons plans development opportunities on 60 acres Boulder drug discovery co. for maternity care Healthcare Shifts Driving Demand For Outpatient Facilities In Denver Insider Breach, Email Attacks Net $1.7M 3 in the U.S. One hospital turned to solar power for help.

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US Department of Health and Human Services Nursing Homes Hospitals Nurses 40

Hall Render

JULY 28, 2023

cards; what to know Mercy Health Foundation of Greater Cincinnati names Missy Hendon Deters president Physician loses medical license following TikTok livestream 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline helps thousands struggling with mental health in Ohio Doctor sues Adena Health for defamation after he reported misconduct St.

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services Nurses Nursing Homes Hospitals 40

Hall Render

JANUARY 17, 2025

healthcare fraud scheme New Orleans launches tool to help doctors find reproductive care drug amid tight state restrictions MAINE Owner of Woonsocket hospital expands into Maine St. Josephs expands executive team with NJ health care industry veteran J&J set to acquire drugmaker for $14.6B

Nursing Homes 40

Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals Medicaid 40

Hall Render

DECEMBER 20, 2024

operating margin in Q3 Ahead of anticipated AZ nursing shortage, NAU’s College of Nursing graduates first cohort IV fluid shortage still impacting southern Arizona hospitals Whos Who in Arizona Healthcare for 2025 ARKANSAS Arkansas hospital hit with immediate jeopardy warning amid leadership turmoil CHI St.

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Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals Fraud 40

Hall Render

APRIL 1, 2022

Alabama health officer on omicron variant: ‘Spreading like wildfire’. Encompass Health Rehabilitation celebrates new location. Alaska’s top doctor on living with COVID in the post-restriction era. Construction continues on new behavioral health center as patient visits climb in Juneau. How Many Doctors Have Left Mission?

COVID-19 40

COVID-19 US Department of Health and Human Services Nursing Homes Nurses 40

Hall Render

MAY 24, 2024

Chicago children’s hospital completes cyberattack recovery CommonSpirit posts $365M quarterly loss, -3.9%

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals 40

Hall Render

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

’s most distinguished (and hardest-working) dogs Dozens laid off at the George Washington University Hospital GWU Hospital lays off dozens, citing ‘challenging time’ in health care MedStar agrees to pay in federal suit alleging disability discrimination MedStar, Justice Department reach settlement over allegations of ADA violations D.C.

Nursing Homes 40

Nursing Homes US Department of Health and Human Services Nurses Hospitals 40

Hall Render

MAY 17, 2024

NBA partners with GE HealthCare, MedStar Health to gain imaging insights into elite athletes’ health Georgetown’s Cancer Center Awarded Top Designation by National Cancer Institute DELAWARE After major pushback, Delaware’s hospital cost review board bill to see vote. California to make $3.3 What changed?

Nurses 40

Nurses Nursing Homes Hospitals Ransomware 40

AIHC

AUGUST 13, 2024

It applies to health programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance, known as covered entities. Those covered by the rule may include hospitals, health clinics, health insurance issuers, state Medicaid agencies, community health centers, physicians’ practices, and home health care agencies.

Compliance 52

Compliance ACA Health Insurance Medicaid 52

Hall Render

APRIL 12, 2024

in billing fraud Arizona system names new CEO Banner Health CEO Peter Fine to retire after 24 years, handing the reins to health system president Four UArizona bioscience startups selected for Flinn Foundation program Gov. What it’s saying — and not saying When Saltzer Health closed, these 5 doctors’ patients needed care.

Nursing Homes 40

Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals Medicaid 40

Hall Render

MAY 31, 2024

workers to be hit by biotech’s latest layoffs Maryland hospital systems differ over medical waste incinerator’s violations UMMC doctors will decide whether to unionize in a vote next month With $300K, Johns Hopkins team to create drug supply dashboard Maryland Hospital Cleared for $3.25

Nursing Homes 40

Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals Medicaid 40

Hall Render

JUNE 30, 2023

Report: Amazon Pauses 50-State Virtual Care Service Expansion UnitedHealth acquires Amedisys for $3.3B after home health provider reneges on Option deal Will the doctor see you now? Here’s why. Maybe not amid the changing healthcare landscape in the US. Here’s how new laws aim to fix that.

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals 40

Health Populi

JANUARY 20, 2020

For an in-depth look into this phenomenon, see my report, Here’s Looking at You: How Personal Health Information is Getting Tracked and Used, written for the California Healthcare Foundation. doctors have to say about health disparities in JAMA. Finally, read what U.S. That’s the rights side of the civics ledger.

Public Health 141

Public Health Health Insurance Health Outcomes Doctors 141

Health Populi

JANUARY 18, 2021

For an in-depth look into this phenomenon, see my report, Here’s Looking at You: How Personal Health Information is Getting Tracked and Used, written for the California Healthcare Foundation. doctors have to say about health disparities in JAMA. Finally, read what U.S. That’s the rights side of the civics ledger.

COVID-19 124

COVID-19 Public Health Health Insurance Health Outcomes 124

Health Populi

JANUARY 16, 2023

For an in-depth look into this phenomenon, see my report, Here’s Looking at You: How Personal Health Information is Getting Tracked and Used, written for the California Healthcare Foundation. doctors have to say about health disparities in JAMA. Finally, read what U.S. That’s the rights side of the civics ledger.

Public Health 118

Public Health Health Insurance Health Outcomes COVID-19 118

Health Populi

JANUARY 14, 2024

For an in-depth look into this phenomenon, see my report, Here’s Looking at You: How Personal Health Information is Getting Tracked and Used, written for the California Healthcare Foundation. doctors have to say about health disparities in JAMA. Finally, read what U.S. That’s the rights side of the civics ledger.

Public Health 98

Public Health Health Insurance Health Outcomes COVID-19 98

Hall Render

MARCH 17, 2023

‘Not what we were looking for,’ CEO says Data shows mental health, education declines for Hoosier kids Joint venture to build specialty hospital in Fort Wayne Bills would cut hospital services in Indiana not just reduce costs Ascension St. in Indiana aging-in-place work. nursing home Massachusetts hospitals spent $1.5B

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services COVID-19 Nursing Homes Nurses 40

Health Populi

JANUARY 20, 2019

For an in-depth look into this phenomenon, see my report, Here’s Looking at You: How Personal Health Information is Getting Tracked and Used, written for the California Healthcare Foundation. doctors have to say about health disparities in JAMA. Finally, read what U.S. s, birthday. .

Public Health 103

Public Health Health Outcomes Doctors Hospitals 103

Hall Render

MARCH 8, 2024

of Health Services announces first-ever chief heat officer Valley exec on track to raise $2B for pediatric health system Gov. NATIONAL 34.5% NATIONAL 34.5%

Nursing Homes 40

Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals COVID-19 40

Hall Render

OCTOBER 14, 2022

USDA awards health care grants to rural hospitals in Mississippi, Alabama. East Alabama Health Joins Apprentice Partnership. Virtis Health Unveils Infusion Centers in Birmingham and Mobile, Alabama. UAB doctors working to prevent high infant and maternal mortality numbers. GW urgent care unit opens in Southeast.

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services COVID-19 Nursing Homes Nurses 40

Hall Render

JUNE 23, 2023

Children’s mental health programs in danger after budget cuts Disciplinary information is missing from some doctor profiles in CT. Petersburg Cano Health board members re-elected despite opposition from billionaire Cano Health CEO Marlow Hernandez steps down Flagler-UF Health merger agreement expected to be signed Sept.

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services Nurses Hospitals COVID-19 40

Hall Render

APRIL 7, 2023

5 moves to know Most hospital websites routinely transfer patient data via tracking tools Nonprofit hospitals that pay board members linked to less charity care Nurses, federal lawmakers push for staffing ratio legislation Reports of serious adverse events rose in 2022: Joint Commission Doctors are drowning in paperwork.

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services Nursing Homes COVID-19 Nurses 40

Hall Render

AUGUST 11, 2023

Mahaska Health receives state grant to promote rural health care Receiver sought for Iowa City hospital that’s alleged to be in a ‘financial freefall’ Reynolds announces $2.2 But that wasn’t the whole story. The new abortion ban could make that worse.

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services COVID-19 Nursing Homes Nurses 40

Hall Render

OCTOBER 18, 2024

chain How bad is healthcare access in Georgia? billion for two new life science funds Former Tufts doctor sues for $6 million after being fired for refusing COVID shot Health Policy Commission: Mass. biotech rises, another one mostly flat, after IPOs MICHIGAN Blue Cross Blue Shield’s partnerships with doctors led to $6.3B

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals 40

Hall Render

APRIL 28, 2023

million to benefit South Side and south suburban communities in fiscal 2022 INDIANA Beacon Health announces hiring freeze, pay cuts for employees Carmel-based NICO Corp. million to benefit South Side and south suburban communities in fiscal 2022 INDIANA Beacon Health announces hiring freeze, pay cuts for employees Carmel-based NICO Corp.

COVID-19 40

COVID-19 Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals 40

Hall Render

MAY 5, 2023

acquisition of Oak Street Health to expand primary care footprint Did Hospitals Violate EMTALA by Failing to Provide Abortion Care? expansion — 6 things to know Why Baptist Health isn’t rushing employees back to the office Kentucky is facing a health care shortage.

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services COVID-19 Nurses COVID-19 Vaccine 40

Hall Render

JUNE 16, 2023

Artificial Intelligence Poses Threat to Patient Privacy Bill for Rural Hospital Cyber Skills Passes Senate Committee Chemotherapy shortages push cancer centers toward crisis CMS estimates national spending on hospital care grew just 0.8% before Baptist merger Bankruptcy Trustee Wants Doctor To Pay Her $1.6M emergency rooms D.C.

US Department of Health and Human Services 40

US Department of Health and Human Services Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals 40

Health Populi

DECEMBER 6, 2018

The government currently covers nearly 50% of all healthcare payments (Federal combined with State for Medicaid share), with commercial insurance covering the other half. Health Populi’s Hot Points: Health care access and affordability rank high on U.S. voters’ minds these days.

Governance 74

Governance Medical Billing Medicaid Medicaid 74

Hall Render

JANUARY 20, 2023

ILLINOIS Advocate Health Care Plans Outpatient Center in Lincoln Park Arlington Heights doctor sued over claims of sexual battery, intoxication Chicago physician, health system hit with 7 misconduct suits Chicago positivity rate of 9.3 round SSM Health Medical Minute: St. Here’s what it will, and won’t, tell you.

Nursing Homes 40

Nursing Homes COVID-19 US Department of Health and Human Services Nurses 40

Hall Render

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Mississippi’s oral health among worst in US House Democrats unveil Mississippi’s first major Medicaid expansion plan Lawsuits filed against Singing River Health System in 2023 cyberattack Merit Health Natchez CEO: Additional Medicaid payments will ‘go a long way’ MISSOURI FDA denies approval for St.

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