Half of Denver-area health systems highly profitable in 2024
Three of six Denver-area health systems had strong financial years in 2024, according to a new report —…
Idaho faces another lawsuit over Medicaid mental health cut
BOISE (Idaho Capital Sun) — Five patients sued state health officials over a contractor’s plans to cut critical…
Oregon plan to pay doulas stuck in Medicaid payment tangle
After four years running breastfeeding support groups and training to get her lactation consultant certification, Beth Waters was…
‘ Simulation training is shaping the future of nursing education :: WRAL.com
A patient was in pain, frustrated because she felt like no one was listening to her. Emily Barksdale,…
New health concern linked to chronic cannabis use
For some chronic cannabis users, a case of the munchies is the least of their problems. Over the…
Idaho Medicaid contractor to cut critical services for people with severe mental illness
IDAHO FALLS (Idaho Capital Sun) — The private company that runs Idaho Medicaid’s mental health benefits is planning…
Getting a ventilator can be a nightmare. Medicaid cuts may make it worse : Shots
Derek McManus has ALS, but his insurer initially refused to provide an advanced medical ventilator. Each machine can…
Vermont bids for new federal money to boost rural health system
Owen Foster, chair of the Green Mountain Care Board, in 2023. File photo by Glenn Russell/VTDigger The wishlist…
Kansas hospital sues family over $230 medical bill. Some patients went to court for less
These lawsuits are more common in rural hospitals. Image by Naomi Odonnell/ The Beacon By CALEN MOORE and BLAISE…
Training session will offer help on responding to those with mental health, substance abuse issues
The Laurel Highlands Workforce & Opportunity Center in Greensburg will host a Dec. 13 program on mental health…
New state laws tackle private equity’s growing role in health care
As more private equity firms buy health care physician practices and facilities, states are pushing back on acquisitions…
Intermountain Health expert says lab test results are key to unlocking better health
If you’ve ever wondered why your doctor asks you to do a blood test or provide a urine…