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Bigger hospitals, mergers drive higher prices
Large hospital systems are using their size and market clout to boost prices, a trend that started long before the health reform law passed, according to a study in this month's Health Affairs. It's
Facing tighter revenues, hospitals boost efficiencies
In response to the changing revenue climate, systems such as University Hospitals in Ohio are entering into accountable care organizations, expanding the use of electronic medical records and merging
Repeal of health reform would 'constrain' hospital profits
A new report by Moody's Investors Service paints a dark picture if the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act is repealed by the U.S. Supreme Court, The Washington Post reported . "If the law is
Revised hospital ratings consider quantitative, qualitative factors
Ratings agency Moody's Investors Service has replaced its methodology for grading the financial health of nonprofit hospitals and healthcare systems. Moody's will continue to use five separate
Mergers of Catholic, secular hospitals creating conflicts
Catholic health systems are joining forces with secular healthcare systems at an increasing rate due to financial reasons, reports the New York Times. Altogether, about 20 such Catholic-secular deals
Hospitals could face flood of poor patients following LSU cuts
Mid-year funding cuts for the Louisiana State University hospital system could put financial duress on many other hospitals in the state, reported The Advocate. A report issued by the Moody's
Ongoing pressures signal weak nonprofit hospital finances
According to major ratings agencies, the financial outlook for not-for-profit hospitals will remain negative for at least the next several years, reported AHA News Now. In separate reports issued by
Nonprofit hospitals show weak revenue growth
Lowered reimbursements and potential cuts associated with the recent debt-ceiling deal have led to declining revenue growth for nonprofit hospitals, Moody's Investors Service reports. In fact, the 4
