The rise of AI in healthcare has introduced new efficiencies but also new uncertainties. As hospitals look to streamline clinical documentation, many are beginning to incorporate AI into the medical record process. While this hybrid approach offers speed and convenience,…
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CMS is rolling out a new mandatory episode-based payment model set to launch on January 1, 2026. The Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM) will run through December 31, 2030 and is designed to improve care coordination and outcomes for patients…
The highest-paid anesthesiologist in Honolulu earns $583,000 per year, according to Medscape’s salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $336,640 anesthesiologists make, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Here is what the five…
Here are three anesthesiologists who have made headlines in the last two weeks: 1. U.S. Anesthesia Partners has named Kurt Jones, MD, as its chief clinical officer. Dr. Jones has been with USAP for nine years, serving in a variety…
A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia found that tailored feedback to surgeons dramatically reduces excessive opioid prescriptions for common surgeries. Here are seven findings from the study, published June 11 in JAMA Surgery:…
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The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation has hosted a briefing on Capitol Hill advocating for a new standard of care in anesthesia monitoring. The foundation, which is dedicated to improving anesthesia patient safety through research, education and advocacy, is advocating for…
California saw the largest decrease in the average annual wage for certified registered nurse anesthetists from 2023 to 2024, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Across the U.S., the average pay for CRNAs increased $17,500 from 2023…
Several hospitals across the U.S. have had to postpone surgeries this year amid anesthesia staffing challenges and contract disputes with anesthesia providers. Here are three systems that have delayed procedures in 2025: 1. Corewell Health West Michigan (Grand Rapids, Mich.)…
Grand Rapids-based Corewell Health West Michigan is rescheduling surgeries due to an anesthesiologist shortage and the imminent breakup with its anesthesia partner, West Michigan Anesthesia. “West Michigan Anesthesia is terminating its contract with Corewell Health in September. Unfortunately, the group…
U.S. Anesthesia Partners has named Kurt Jones, MD, as its chief clinical officer. Dr. Jones has been with USAP for nine years, serving in a variety of capacities. In his new role, Dr. Jones will serve as a liaison between…