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National Nurses Week: Lawmakers aim to improve support as shortages projected to grow

Congress is considering legislation to support the constrained nursing workforce—even as potential funding cuts could exacerbate the insufficient pipeline.

Data & Analysis

Medicaid cuts would push rural hospitals—and care for rural communities—over the edge

Our analysis looks at the impact Medicaid cuts could have on already struggling rural hospitals and care in rural communities.

Case Study

From pilot to long-term promise: AMC rethinks hospital at home to build capacity, expertise

Equipped with a rapid analysis and a clear implementation plan, this AMC’s hospital at home program is poised for immediate growth and long-term profitability.

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Recent burst of discussion around autism may fuel advances in research

While autism has captured the attention of the public and researchers in varying degrees over the past couple of decades, misconceptions and misunderstandings persist.

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Nonprofit hospital finances face market and tariff uncertainty

To effectively navigate market and tariff pressures, healthcare leaders will need to prioritize thoughtful scenario planning and cautious financial stewardship.

Article

Creating sustainable economics for health system-owned medical groups: Five levers for transformation

Many medical group leaders have pursued financial improvement, yet few have gained significant long-term success. We share five key levers and examples of groups that have created sustainable models.

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Oz confirmed as Trump Administration finalizes major Medicare Advantage boost

The rate increase comes alongside a revised risk adjustment model. The effects of these changes on the healthcare ecosystem remain to be seen, particularly on access and quality.

Case Study

From backlogged to efficient: Children’s hospital increases surgery access and timeliness

Scheduling OR cases was a bottleneck for this children’s hospital, causing lengthy waits for surgical dates. We share how it turned perioperative and procedural operations into a model of efficiency.

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1 in 2 healthcare executives say they’ll leave within a year

The high churn rate may reflect executives reexamining their positions and career paths following pandemic crisis mode. But it could further destabilize workforce and organizational health.

Fact Sheet

Are you prepared for CMS’s Patient Safety Structural Measure?

The new CMS patient safety measure levels up to focus on structures, culture, and leadership. We discuss the goals and requirements, implications for providers, and actions to take.