Columbus, OH

Two firms recently announced a flurry of moves that saw them collectively acquire seven revenue cycle management companies. Med-Metrix acquired two of those companies. The first of those deals was for Hospital Billing & Collection Service. Med-Metrix said the acquisitions will bolster its end-to-end RCM offerings with HBCS' patient financial engagement tools and insurance reimbursement capabilities.

2 firms, 7 RCM company acquisitions

Nashville, TN

Here are five health systems that have made chief revenue cycle officer hires in 2024:. 1. Atlanta-based Emory Healthcare named Jamie Watson chief revenue cycle officer. 2. Nashville, Tenn.-based Vanderbilt University Medical Center named Lakmini Kidder senior vice president of finance and chief revenue officer. 3. Gainesville-based Northeast Georgia Health...

5 health systems naming chief revenue cycle officers

Alpena, MI

Hunter Nostrant was named president of MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena. He will begin Sept. 1. Mr. Nostrant is president and CEO of Newberry, Mich.-based Helen Newberry Joy Hospital and Healthcare Center. He previously worked at MyMichigan Medical Center Sault before taking on his current role. MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena, a...

MyMichigan hospital names president

West Plains, MO

West Plains, Mo.-based Ozarks Healthcare has promoted its chief nursing officer, Lacey Carter, MSN, to the position of chief operating officer. She will serve in a dual role. "Lacey started at Ozarks Healthcare about six years ago, overseeing the Women's Center before being named the director of nursing," Tom Keller, president and CEO of Ozarks Healthcare, said in a July 15 news release. "More recently, Lacey has been chief nursing officer and has taken on even more than a typical chief nursing officer."

Ozarks Healthcare names nurse COO

Med-Metrix is acquiring Healthcare Receivable Specialists, a company providing a suite of technology-enabled eligibility management services. Med-Metrix, in a July 15 news release, said that the acquisition further enhances its end-to-end revenue cycle management offering with HRSI's Medicaid eligibility services. HRSI has supported health systems throughout the Mid-Atlantic for the...

Med-Metrix acquires RCM company

Hawaii State

For the week ending July 6, about 1.3% of emergency department visits in the U.S. involved a COVID-19 diagnosis at discharge — a nearly 24% increase from the previous week, according to the latest updates on respiratory virus activity from the CDC. Hawaii and Florida had the highest percentage...

ED visits for COVID jump 24%

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The Shy Green

Salt Life Beer, a beloved brand synonymous with ocean enthusiasts and craft beer lovers, is facing turbulent times as it files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Known for its crisp and refreshing lager inspired by the sea, Salt Life Beer has become a staple for those who cherish the ocean's allure.

Another famous beer brand is going bankrupt and will file for Chapter 11

Prevalence of infections like asthma, COPD and pneumonia fell in 2023 compared to 2019, suggesting that there was no increased susceptibility in catching these infections post-pandemic, according to new findings published July 16 in Epic Research. Data from 256 million patient records from 1,500 hospitals and more than 34,100 clinics...

COVID did not increase susceptibility to other respiratory diseases: Report

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Amazon's primary care clinic One Medical allegedly provided guidelines for their employees to use when discussing situations when their call center did not appropriately escalate urgent calls to medical staff, The Washington Post reported July 15. According to internal messages reviewed by The Post, One Medical instructed staff to reassure...

Amazon's One Medical faces scrutiny over call center practices

Indiana State

Franklin, IN

A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

Wisconsin State

A summer wave of COVID-19 continues to make its way throughout the country, increasing the number of emergency department visits in more than half of the U.S. substantially, according to CDC data published July 12. Nationally, COVID-19 ED visits grew by 23.5% as of July 6, compared to the week...

26 states that have seen 'substantial increase' in COVID-19 ED cases

Pittsburgh, PA

Butler, PA

Former President Donald Trump was transported 11 miles from a July 13 rally in Pennsylvania to Butler (Pa.) Memorial Hospital, part of Independence Health, for treatment after being shot in the right ear during a political rally in Butler, Pa., CBS reported. Butler Memorial Hospital is a 294-bed hospital with...

Trump treated at Butler Memorial after assassination attempt

The Associated Press

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 17, 2024-- AGBO, the artist-led media company helmed by co-founders and award-winning directors Anthony and Joe Russo, and Partners Donald Mustard and Chris Brearton, announced today that Lesley Freeman will join the company as Chief Legal Officer. Freeman will oversee all aspects of AGBO’s business and legal affairs around the world as the company expands its global physical production, virtual production, gaming, and immersive technology footprint. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240717952767/en/ Lesley Freeman | Courtesy of AGBO

Lesley Freeman Named Chief Legal Officer at AGBO

Washington, DC

Eversheds Sutherland is pleased to announce that Harmony Jones has joined the firm as US Pro Bono Counsel in the Washington DC office. Ms. Jones’s arrival is part of the firm’s larger growth and evolution of its pro bono practice, building on its century-long tradition of work for the public interest.

Harmony Jones Joins Eversheds Sutherland as Pro Bono Counsel in Washington D.C.

Nearly 61,000 active pharmacists are certified by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties for 15 specialties. In March and April, the organization found a 63.9% average all-time pass rate among seven certification exams. The American Pharmacists Association established the Board of Pharmacy Specialties in 1976 to recognize pharmacists who can work...

Pass rates for 7 pharmacy specialty certifications

The FDA is allowing Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Co. to temporarily import a syphilis drug that has been in shortage for more than a year. Penicillin G benzathine injection fell into low supply in April 2023, and since then, clinicians have been rationing the product. In January, the FDA issued a temporary authorization for French drugmaker Laboratoires Delbert to import penicillin G benzathine.

Mark Cuban's company to import antibiotic in short supply

Shenandoah, PA

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The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

NORTHERN SCHUYLKILL – The following is a collection of police incidents reported by local law enforcement...
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In early June, an unknown third party impersonated a Rite Aid employee to gain access to its systems, the company said July 15. Within 12 hours of the security incident, Rite Aid detected the computer hack and launched an investigation. The organization alerted law enforcement and regulators, and no social security numbers, financial records or patient information was affected, Rite Aid said.

Rite Aid reports security breach

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FedEx names healthcare operations president

FedEx has appointed Nick Gennari to oversee global healthcare sales and operations. Mr....

FedEx names healthcare operations president

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