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How has the Change Healthcare cyberattack affected physicians?
UnitedHealth Group's Change Healthcare reported a cybersecurity issue on Feb. 21 that has disrupted operations for healthcare organizations nationwide. -
The biggest ASC hotspots
Becker's has reported on lots of ASC activity in California and Texas. -
Big wins and losses for noncompetes in 1 week
Washington and Florida made big moves for and against noncompetes this week. -
US News' inaugural ASC rankings coming soon: What to know
In November, U.S. News & World Report announced plans to debut an annual "Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers" ranking. -
Ohio physician sentenced to prison for illegal opioid distribution
A physician who practiced in Sandusky, Ohio, was sentenced to three and a half years of prison and one year of house arrest for illegally dispensing narcotics to patients. -
Delaware physician prison sentence dropped from 20 to 13 years
A former physician was resentenced for opioid prescription charges tied to his Milford, Del.-based pain clinic, Delaware Online reported March 13. -
10 cities with the highest, lowest credit scores
South Burlington, Vt., is the city with the highest credit score, while Detroit is the city with the lowest, according to personal finance site WalletHub. -
HCA, Optum and Tenet: The deals shaping the ASC industry
Here are four deals from HCA Healthcare, Optum and Tenet that are shaping the ASC industry. -
How a TikTok ban could harm small business
The U.S. House has passed a bill that could lead to a nationwide ban on social media platform TikTok, according to a March 13 report from CNN. -
Arizona physician charged with assaulting 3 patients
A former family medicine physician in Yuma, Ariz., is facing multiple charges of sexual abuse of at least 11 former patients, CBS affiliates KTVK and KPHO reported March 12. -
10 cities where it's easiest to get a 6-figure job
Parkersburg, W.Va., has been named the top city to land a six-figure job with no competition, according to a March 13 report from CNBC. -
From Google to Apple: What 3 major tech companies are doing in healthcare
From major retailers, including Walmart and Best Buy, to major tech companies, such as Google and Apple, several nontraditional companies are quickly diving into the healthcare space. -
The specialties that would give up pay for work/life balance
At least half of physicians working in 17 prominent health specialties are willing to give up a portion of their salary for a better work-life balance, according to Medscape's 2024 "Lifestyle and Happiness Reports," published in March. -
Stark law lawsuits continue to plague hospitals
Hospitals and health systems faced big Stark law penalties in 2023. -
NewYork-Presbyterian hospital to pay $17.3M to settle fraud claims
NewYork-Presbyterian/Brooklyn Medical Methodist Hospital agreed to pay $17.3 million to resolve allegations that it paid unlawful kickbacks to physicians. -
Father, son sentenced for $46M Medicare fraud scheme
A father and son have been sentenced to 65 months and 12 months, respectively, for fraudulently receiving $21 million in Medicare payments. -
Biden's $7.3 trillion budget: Key notes for ASCs
The White House released its proposed $7.3 trillion budget for fiscal year 2025, which included several healthcare investments. -
What's next for physician payments?
Medicare's pay for physicians decreased 3.4% in 2024 after dropping 2% in 2023, and while a new spending package offers some relief, physicians say it's not enough. -
Physician to pay $95K to resolve fraud allegations
A physician in Philadelphia will pay $95,000 to resolve allegations he ordered medically unnecessary genetic testing for Medicare beneficiaries. -
New York ASC to expand facility
The Retinal Ambulatory Surgery Center of New York in New York City will expand its facility with the addition of two new operating rooms.
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