Monthly Archives: January 2016

Brown & Toland leaves Pioneer ACO, declines to join Next Generation

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Company cites upcoming program changes as reason for exiting the program, despite some success in first three years.

Jefferson, Aria Health make spring merger plans official

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Aria will be designated as a regional referral site and will be an epicenter for new program development, officials say.

A lifesaving flight, with a price tag of $56,000

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Severe sticker shock adds to the stress of medical emergencies for patients in remote areas.

Healthgrades names 260 facilities as Distinguished Hospitals for safety, quality; See the list

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Healthgrades says 158,858 lives could potentially have been saved if all hospitals performed at this level.

Essential skills for exceptional hospital CEOs

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Great chief executives consistenty master several crucial skills

http://www.fiercehealthcare.com/story/5-traits-ideal-healthcare-ceo/2015-06-10

Gov. Chris Christie pocket vetoes bill to tax New Jersey nonprofit hospitals

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Key players, including the New jersey Attorney General’s office, will reconvene to craft new legislation, sponsoring state senator says.