Economics

This channel highlights factors that impact hospital and healthcare economics and revenue. This includes news on healthcare policies, reimbursement, marketing, business plans, mergers and acquisitions, supply chain, salaries, staffing, and the implementation of a cost-effective environment for patients and providers.

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Cardiologist takes stand in Derek Chauvin trial, says George Floyd’s death was ‘absolutely preventable’

Jonathan D. Rich, MD, a cardiologist at Northwestern Medicine, took the stand during one of the most widely watched murder trials in recent memory. He testified that multiple steps could have been taken to prevent George Floyd's death. 

April 12, 2021

Missouri cardiology practice sues health system for $50M in damages

Employees at St. Louis Heart and Vascular have been told their privileges are being revoked at all SSM Health hospitals.

April 5, 2021
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Apple hiring a cardiologist to help develop new products

The full-time position requires an active U.S. medical license and previous experience as an attending cardiologist.

April 5, 2021
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Dipti Itchhaporia named new American College of Cardiology president

Itchhaporia, an interventional cardiologist, most recently served as the ACC's vice president. 

April 1, 2021
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New legislation with bipartisan support would improve patient access to cardiac, pulmonary rehab programs

The bill, introduced in the House of Representatives, has already gained support from the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association. 

March 22, 2021
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Michigan cardiologist pays US government $2M for ‘exploitative and improper' ordering practices

Dinesh M. Shah, MD, made the payment to resolve allegations that his practice billed the U.S. government for unnecessary diagnostic tests.  

March 19, 2021

Intelerad Medical Systems acquires Lumedx

Intelerad Medical Systems has acquired Lumedx, an Oakland, California-based healthcare technology company focused on analytics and cardiovascular information systems. This is Intelerad’s third acquisition in the last seven months.

February 18, 2021
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CV Summit Virtual 2021: What does value-based care mean for cardiologist compensation?

Compensation for cardiologists has been ample in recent years. Could the healthcare industry’s growing interest in value over volume lead to a change in that trend?

February 16, 2021

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Eleven medical societies have signed on to a consensus statement aimed at standardizing imaging for suspected cardiovascular infections.

Kate Hanneman, MD, explains why many vendors and hospitals want to lower radiology's impact on the environment. "Taking steps to reduce the carbon footprint in healthcare isn’t just an opportunity," she said. "It’s also a responsibility."

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