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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Philips sees sales fall $400M below expectations amid global supply chain pressures

However, Q4 bright spots included “robust” order intake with 4% growth, driven by gains in its Diagnosis & Treatment business, leaders said Wednesday. 

Tampa General Hospital

One of nation’s largest hospitals acquires 30-year-old radiology practice and its 21 locations

Tampa General Hospital is assuming full ownership of Tower Radiology, ballooning its statewide roster of outpatient imaging centers to 83. 

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Rival sues radiologist-founded virtual imaging marketplace, alleging ‘blatant ongoing theft’ of its business

Green Imaging called the complaint "without merit" and said it plans to vigorously defend itself against MDSave's claims in Texas district court. 

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8 simple tips to help radiologists work smarter, not harder

While informatics and information technology tools are essential, individuals can take a number of steps to improve their day-to-day productivity.

Private equity-backed Rayus Radiology announces expansion plans in 2 states

The Minneapolis-based imaging provider added 21 new outpatient sites in 2021, ballooning its nationwide total to 150.

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Private equity-backed Envision Healthcare inks deal to keep hundreds of radiologists in-network

The Nashville-based provider group said it has reached a multi-year agreement with Florida Blue, allowing 6,000 physicians to continue receiving payment.

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UnitedHealth Group pushes back timeline of $13B Change Healthcare acquisition

The two healthcare heavyweights had originally hoped to complete their merger in 2021's second half but will take more time, according to an SEC filing. 

Akumin bills itself as nation’s No. 2 radiology services provider following $820M Alliance acquisition

The combined company now covers 46 states, serving 1,000 hospital and healthcare providers with more than 230 fixed-site radiology and oncology centers. 

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GE HealthCare moves PET/CT scanner production to United States

The all-in-one Omni Legend PET/CT scanner is now being manufactured in a new production facility in Waukesha, Wisconsin.