Amwell names new chief medical officer
The announcement comes about a week after the telehealth vendor said it had reduced its headcount by about 10% since the end of 2023.
Walgreens to close VillageMD clinics in Florida
The closures fully exit VillageMD from one of its largest markets, and one that’s often a key target for value-based primary care chains.
DarioHealth acquires fellow digital health firm Twill
The deal, which Dario says will boost revenue and speed profitability, comes as the digital health sector could see increased M&A activity this year.
HHS reaches second-ever ransomware settlement
A mental healthcare provider didn’t have sufficient protections in place before a ransomware attack exposed the protected health information of more than 14,000 people, according to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights.
Women in healthcare report higher levels of burnout than male colleagues, study finds
A lack of autonomy and gender inequity at work are correlated with women’s burnout, according to the new research.
Steward Health Care gets ultimatum from Massachusetts governor
Gov. Maura Healey sent a letter to Steward executives this week saying the operator must produce financial documents and consider a sale of its properties in the state.
CHS’ income falls in the fourth quarter as costs continue to climb
The Franklin, Tennessee-based hospital operator’s net income in Q4 dropped nearly 90% year over year.
CMS finalizes rule to cut Medicaid DSH payments for some hospitals
Under the new definition, hospitals can only receive disproportionate share hospital Medicaid reimbursements for beneficiaries who are primarily insured by the safety-net program.
Medicare Advantage plans provide less intensive post-acute care, study finds
The research found no differences in 30-day hospital readmissions or mortality, but the study’s authors said more analysis on patients’ long-term functioning was needed.
Teladoc still looking for tech investments, M&A amid operational review
The telehealth vendor is trimming expenses, but it could pursue deals with strategically or financially attractive companies.