Four physicians joined Becker's to discuss what's making them the most hopeful about the future of medicine.
Patsy Newitt
From consolidation to increases in workloads, five physicians joined Becker's to discuss what's scaring them the most about the future of medicine.
Physicians are facing increasing economic challenges that threaten their autonomy as healthcare consolidations.
More hospitals are shuttering surgical services amid financial challenges amid soaring costs and declining reimbursements.
The Department of Justice is doubling down on Stark law violations, with CMS settling a record-breaking total of $12.6 million in Stark law in 2023, a 552% increase from 2021.
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The growing influence of nonclinical actors in healthcare has sparked concerns among physicians, as many feel that their autonomy has been significantly eroded over the past few decades.
Charlotte, N.C.-based independent practice Tryon Medical Partners finalized a deal with private equity firm TPG in September, six years after breaking away from Atrium Health, North Carolina Health News reported Oct. 9.
Here are five of the major joint ventures announced between health systems and ASC companies in 2024 so far:
CVS Health, one of the biggest players in the battle to acquire physicians, is facing a possible split amid major financial struggles.
Amid the fallout from Hurricane Helene, hospitals across the nation are conserving IV fluids.