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‘We cannot cut our way to success’: Hospitals prep for Medicaid crunch

HR 1‘s most consequential Medicaid changes do not fully take effect until 2027. But hospitals are not waiting to feel the impact. Becker's Hospital Review 

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  • May 07, 2026
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Capstone Health Alliance and Prairie Health Ventures announce new partnership

Capstone Health Alliance and Prairie Health Ventures (PHV) are excited to announce a new partnership aimed at increasing savings, value, and long‑term sustainability. JHC Online

  • May 06, 2026
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Healthcare system recognized for strong commitment to supporting veterans

Riverside Healthcare has been recognized as a 4 Star Employer in the 2026 VETS Indexes Employer Awards. Riverside Healthcare

  • May 06, 2026
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Premier, Inc. Appoints Emad Rizk, M.D., as CEO, President and Chairman of the Board

Premier, Inc., announced the appointment of Emad Rizk, M.D., as Chief Executive Officer, President and Chairman of the Board. Premier 

  • Apr 06, 2026
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Premier Responds to CMS Notice on Incentives for Procurement of US-Manufactured Medical Supplies

Premier submitted comments in response to CMS’ advance notice of proposed rulemaking seeking input on options to strengthen the resilience of the US healthcare supply chain. Premier

  • Apr 06, 2026
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Strait of Hormuz standoff puts supply of America’s generic drug prescriptions at risk

The connection between a Middle Eastern sea chokepoint and a U.S. pharmacy counter is less obvious than it might seem — and more direct than most consumers realize. CNBC

  • Apr 06, 2026
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Indy the therapy dog is making a difference for behavioral health patients

A new team member in Carle Health Greater Peoria is making a lasting impact on the people he interacts with – patients, families and staff alike. Carle Health

  • Mar 03, 2026
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Premier Launches Program to Build an Intelligent Healthcare Supply Chain of the Future

Premier, Inc., announced a major, multi-year strategic initiative to redefine the healthcare supply chain, delivering real-time intelligence for improved margins and outcomes. Premier

  • Mar 03, 2026
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The AI Wild West Is Over: Why 2026 Is the Year Health Systems Must Take Control

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a moonshot for healthcare: It’s quickly becoming the operating system of many healthcare organizations. Premier

  • Mar 03, 2026
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One Secret to Winning 2026: Community Partnerships That Reduce Cost and Boost Value

COVID-19 proved to be a stress test for how healthcare can look when clinical care and public health operate as a single system. Premier