The Overlooked Backbone of Healthcare: Empowering Middle Managers for Success

The Critical Role of Middle Managers in Healthcare Healthcare organizations often prioritize investment in frontline staff and executive leadership, ensuring that both receive the necessary resources for professional development and operational support. However, middle managers, who serve as the link between direct patient care teams and executive decision-makers, are often overlooked. These professionals supervise daily […]

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Philips Issues Class I Recall of Cardiac Monitoring Software After Two Deaths

Philips has initiated a Class I recall of its remote cardiac monitoring software following reports of 109 injuries and two deaths, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall is linked to the company’s Monitoring Service Application (MSA), which processes electrocardiogram (EKG) data from mobile cardiac outpatient telemetry devices. This development highlights

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Eroding Trust: Why Physicians Are Losing Faith in Healthcare Leadership

Physicians’ trust in their employers is on the decline, according to a recent survey conducted by consultancy Jarrard. The poll of 416 physicians and doctors of osteopathic medicine revealed a troubling trend: over half (54%) expressed doubt about their leaders’ honesty and transparency, up from 52% the previous year. This erosion of trust is compounded

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Southern California Wildfires Disrupt Healthcare Access: A Growing Crisis

The devastating wildfires sweeping through Southern California have not only left destruction in their wake but also disrupted access to essential healthcare services. Health systems across the region have been forced to close outpatient clinics, delaying care for thousands of patients. As emergency responders and healthcare providers grapple with the escalating crisis, the long-term impact

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CMS Strengthens Oversight of Health Insurance Brokers: What the Final Rule for 2026 Means for Consumers

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has introduced a series of measures to tighten its oversight of health insurance exchange brokers, aiming to protect consumers and enhance accountability. Under the Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2026, CMS addresses concerns about broker misconduct while introducing broader changes to improve the functioning of

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CMS’ 2030 Value-Based Care Goal: A Critical Turning Point

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is on a transformative journey to transition all Medicare beneficiaries into value-based care arrangements by 2030. While progress has been notable, experts warn that the initiative is at a critical inflection point. Decisions made in the coming months—particularly around financial incentives and program benchmarks—will determine whether CMS

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