Funding in jeopardy for 1,000 new jobs proposed by hospitals after Baltimore unrest | Baltimore Sun
A widely supported program to create 1,000 mostly entry-level jobs at Johns Hopkins and other local hospitals was dealt a blow Wednesday when state regulators recommended against letting the facilities raise their prices to fund it.
Officials encourage doctor shopping to lower healthcare costs | VTDigger.org
Lawmakers and regulators want to educate Vermonters about the healthcare market and help people with high-deductible insurance plans find treatment they can afford.
Pennsylvania hospitals agree to merge, await approval | GoErie.com
Corry Memorial Hospital in Corry, Pa. has agreed to merge with LECOM Health in Erie, Pa. They have signed a definitive agreement that is awaiting approval from the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office.
Ohio health system named new CEO | (Dayton, Ohio) Journal News
Kettering Health Network, based in Dayton, Ohio, named Roy Chew president, replacing Terri Day, who was the system's first woman president and held the role for three years.
Oklahoma health system breaks ground on medical offices in Oklahoma City | (Oklahoma City) NewsOK.com
McBride Orthopedic Hospital began construction this week on an office building that will consolidate its services into one location. The new building is expected to be completed by the end of 2017.
Florida-based BayCare names new ambulatory services leader | PR Newswire
James P. Cote has been named senior vice president of BayCare Health's Ambulatory Services, replacing Denton Crockett Jr., who is retiring after a 40-year career at the system.
