Ron Southwick

New study argues physician ownership in rural areas would sink community hospitals.

Susan Monarez, PhD, testifies before Senate HELP Committee.

A slideshow with physicians elected to the House of Representatives for the next Congress.

Cybersecurity firm says it's a glitch, not an attack, and repair is coming.

Physicians, hospitals weigh in on health-related judgment.

The health system continues to work to recover from a ransomware attack. Some hospitals continue to divert ambulances.

Many cite frustration over long shifts, lack of mentoring and fears of workplace violence as reasons for leaving

AMA poll shows effects on processing claims linger weeks after announcement of major computer hack.

Lack of supply chain visibility raises concerns

Investigation will focus on possible HIPAA violations

Abortion and AI also in the mix at the national level.

Despite some gains, rule doesn’t cover prescription drugs and allows payers too much time to respond to requests

Foo Fighters to perform at benefit for Power to the Patients advocacy group.

Largest declines found among Black, Asian, and Hispanic adults

They say proposed penalty structure would harm small hospitals and medical groups, call for greater clarity on what would trigger penalties

Hispanic students increase, Black student total dips slightly.

Health care execs see technology benefitting patients and their own bottom lines

Medical researchers have largely gone to white men to participate in studies. Health care leaders outline ways to cast a wider net, which will lead to better research and treatments for patients.

Orthopedic services see major spike in volume

Financial need is driving activity, analysts say

But virtual visits remain popular for behavioral health

Hackers prey on “fear, uncertainty and doubt,” expert says

Medical tech company leader says electronic health records 'should be a provider’s best ally' for patient care.

Up to 85,000 workers could hit the picket lines, union says

Legislation requiring annual reports to Congress has bipartisan support

Study finds “unprecedented decline” in scores nationwide

Cybercriminals growing more savvy about their strategies, report finds

Lawmakers say they are ‘alarmed’ as hospitals get $28 billion in tax breaks, but millions of Americans struggle with medical debt.

Industry trails most others in fending off cyberattacks

Doctors and nurses also blame payers for making their job harder