Hospitals face escalating costs, fragile supply chains and mounting pressure to meet sustainability goals while maintaining care quality. However, too many procurement teams still rely on outdated tools, inconsistent supplier management and emergency plans that are never tested. The 2025…
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UnitedHealth Group has announced the appointment of Wayne DeVeydt, former CEO of ASC chain Surgery Partners, as its new chief financial officer, effective September 2. Here are three points to know: 1. Mr. DeVeydt most recently served as managing director…
The FDA has announced new requirements for safety labeling on all opioid pain medications that place renewed emphasis on the risks associated with their long-term use. According to a July 31 news release, the changes follow a public advisory committee…
Of the 50 best hospitals in 2025-26 for cardiology, heart and vascular surgery, 14 are located in the South. U.S. News & World Report released its rankings July 29, which compares the best hospitals that care for patients with heart…
Pharmacy remains one of the largest cost centers for health systems. Yet instead of bringing innovation to this space, many health system pharmacies still rely on disconnected workflows and outdated tools. That status quo drives shortages, shrinkage and noncompliance. The medical/surgical supply…
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Philadelphia-based Wills Eye Hospital has named Julia Haller, MD, as CEO. In the role, Dr. Haller will oversee patient care, strategic planning, financial performance and philanthropic advancement, according to a July 17 news release from the hospital. Dr. Haller has…
Here are six cardiologists who joined new health systems, hospitals and clinics, as reported by Becker’s in July:
In a time of staffing shortages, reimbursement pressure, and rising supply costs, operating rooms sit at the very heart of a hospital or ASC. Yet, despite their central role in hospital economics, ORs often run on either outdated systems or…
Federal healthcare policy is shifting fast. Expiring pandemic-era tax credits, research funding cuts and increasing prior authorization pressures are already reshaping how care is delivered and reimbursed. During this virtual learning session, hear from two Cigna senior leaders on how…
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Mitch Relfe
Sr. Principal, Federal Government Affairs, The Cigna Group
Allison Hofmann
Vice President, Health System Division, Cigna Healthcare
On July 15, CMS issued its proposed rule for its 2026 physician fee schedule, that included a 3.6% bump to physician payments. The overall reimbursement for cardiovascular services is projected to increase by roughly 1% compared to 2025, according to…
