Threading the needle: Keys to balancing a vibrant workforce with financial success

OBBBA’s early shockwaves: Rural closures, rate cuts, and preemptive layoffs

The OBBBA will exacerbate ongoing structural margin and cost pressures. Healthcare organizations are taking steps to mitigate these impacts.

Children’s hospitals outperform adult hospitals but face growing financial and operational pressures

Latest credit ratings show sustained revenue growth for children’s hospitals, but profitability was the lowest in 5 years. Financial pressures from recent policy changes will require proactive steps.

Hospital margins trend higher, but looming disruption demands strategic decisions

Despite continued financial recovery, maintaining positive margins will demand forward-thinking strategies, adaptive leadership, and a focus on sustainable growth and resilience amid rapid change.