Minnesota is the highest-paying state for anesthesiologists, according to 2024 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, published April 2. Here’s annual mean anesthesiologist pay for the 24 states and Washington, D.C., which were available on the BLS metrics. …
Author: Patsy Newitt
In February, Walgreens Boots Alliance entered into a $10 billion definitive agreement with private equity firm Sycamore Partners to take the company private. The total value of the deal could reach as high as $23.7 billion and is expected to…
HHS began sending out dismissal notices on April 1 as part of an agencywide plan to lay off 10,000 full-time employees. On April 1, HHS began sending out dismissal notices as part of a sweeping plan to reduce the agency’s…
California legislators have introduced a bill that would allow certified anesthesiologist assistants to practice in the state. The bill, introduced by assemblymember Patrick Ahrens (D-Silicon Valley), would allow a CAA to work under the direction and supervision of an anesthesiologist,…
AdventHealth is reimagining how ASCs can operate in harmony with — rather than competition against — their hospital counterparts. At the heart of this transformation is a strategic decision to manage ASCs as distinct entities with tailored operations, financial structures…
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The shift of cardiology procedures to outpatient settings has not gained momentum as quickly as many expected. Roadblocks such as infrastructure limitations, regulatory hurdles and payer reluctance have slowed progress, even as cost and efficiency pressures continue to mount. Despite…
In August, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed new legislation mandating insurance coverage for all colonoscopies for patients who present symptoms of colon cancer or have a preexisting colon condition. But how will this policy shift impact ASCs, particularly as they…
Beckley, W.V.-based Med-Surg Physician Group and its owner Oluyemisi Sangodeyi, MD, agreed to pay $152,382 to settle allegations they submitted false Medicare and Medicaid claims and falsely certified compliance with program requirements, according to an April 2 news release from…
The Senate recently confirmed two of President Donald Trump’s selections to key healthcare leadership positions, and legislators are set to weigh in on other nominees. Here are four updates to know since March 23: 1.On March 25, the Senate confirmed…
In Forbes‘ World’s Billionaires list, released April 1, highlights the world’s wealthiest individuals. Below is a breakdown of the 10 richest U.S.-based healthcare billionaires featured among Forbes’ 3,028 global entries. Note: The list is based on stock prices and exchange…