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Hospital closures are accelerating as new facility openings slow

There were 432 acute hospital closures and 216 openings across the U.S. from 2010-2025, with the former accelerating over time and the latter slowing.

Dave Muoio Oct 9, 2026 10:30am

HHS: 340B has grown beyond original intent, fuels consolidation

Oct 8, 2026 3:30pm

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Ex-hospital CEO charged with embezzlement secures favorable deal

Aug 26, 2026 5:25pm

Erlanger Health System plans to join Prisma Health

Jul 22, 2026 1:00pm

Cassidy unveils his plan to overhaul 340B program

Jun 25, 2026 4:30pm

Eli Lilly cuts hospitals' 340B pricing over data policy dispute

Jun 18, 2026 11:00am