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Bain Capital seeks full acquisition of Surgery Partners amid growing private equity interest in healthcare

Editor's Note Bain Capital Private Equity put forward a proposal to acquire all remaining shares of Surgery Partners, an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) operator in which Bain Capital already holds a 39% stake, Modern Healthcare January 28 reports. According to a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, the…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
January 29, 2025
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Health systems embrace multi-year medical technology partnerships

Editor’s Note Healthcare systems are increasingly establishing long-term collaborations with medical technology companies with the goal of modernizing technology and streamlining operations through ongoing training and consultation services. Modern Healthcare reported the news January 24. Involving substantial financial investments, these collaborations redefine vendor relationships as more strategic and relational, the…

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By: Matt Danford
January 28, 2025
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Health system leader survey respondents brace for 2025 shifts

Editor's Note Health system leaders expect to face mounting physician challenges, shifting reimbursement models, and new growth opportunities throughout this year, according to VMG Health’s Health System Leader Expectations survey. Based on responses from 73 health system leaders, the report highlights the sector’s key trends and priorities for 2025. Key…

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By: Matt Danford
January 27, 2025
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Report: Hospital credit ratings showed mixed progress in 2024

Editor's Note Hospital credit ratings in 2024 reflected mixed trends, with downgrades continuing to outpace upgrades, though at a slower rate than in 2023, according to a January 22 report from Kaufman Hall. The organization cites 5 key takeaways: Downgrades narrowed but persisted. The number of downgrades dropped to 95…

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By: Matt Danford
January 24, 2025
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Proposed tariffs threaten medical device supply chain

Editor's Note Analysts say proposed tariffs on imported goods could increase costs for approximately 75% of medical devices marketed in the United States, 69% of which are manufactured solely abroad, according to a January 20 article in Medical Product Outsourcing. Valued at $197.8 billion in 2023, the US medical device…

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By: Matt Danford
January 23, 2025
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Providers push back on insurance cost-cutting hurdles

Editor's Note Escalating administrative hurdles from insurers are heightening tensions between healthcare payers and providers who criticize the measures for threatening patient care, Modern Healthcare reported January 22. According to the article, policies attracting criticism include stringent prior authorization rules, claims denials, and new fees for appeals. For their part,…

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By: Matt Danford
January 23, 2025
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EHR-integrated clinical decision support reduces unnecessary preoperative tests

Editor's Note An EHR-integrated closed-loop clinical decision support system (CDSS) significantly reduced unnecessary preoperative testing, improved patient safety, and significantly reduced costs across two hospitals in Madrid, Spain. As detailed in a study published January 3 in npj digital medicine, this system demonstrates the potential of automated guidelines to optimize…

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By: Matt Danford
January 23, 2025
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Podcast episode discusses the anesthesia provider shortage in ASCs

Editor's Note In a January 9 episode of the Advancing Surgical Care Podcast, ASCA President Mark Wainner engaged Alfonso del Granado, MBA, FACHE, CASC, an ASCA Board member and administrator of Covenant High Plains Surgery Center in Lubbock, Texas, in a discussion focusing on the pressing issue of anesthesia provider…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
January 22, 2025
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HHS report highlights cost, access, quality concerns with private equity in healthcare

Editor's Note Growing consolidation and private equity investments in healthcare are driving up costs, reducing access, and raising quality concerns, according to a new report from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). According to HHS’ January 15 announcement, the report stems from a tri-agency effort by HHS, the…

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By: Matt Danford
January 17, 2025
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OR Business Management Conference 2025 features fresh perspectives, new tracks

Editor's Note Anyone who has attended the annual OR Business Management Conference understands the value of an intimate event focused exclusively on OR efficiency and profitability. However, even regular attendees are likely to find something new this at year’s conference, which is scheduled for February 10-12, 2025, at the Saddlebrook…

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By: Matt Danford
January 17, 2025
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