William Holding, a veteran healthcare consultant, spoke to Cardiovascular Business about the ever-changing cardiology industry. Should private practices seek a deal or stay independent? How has private equity impacted the market? He answered those questions and many more.
The “Lower Premiums, Faster Payments Act” from Rep. Frank Pallone (D-NJ) would eliminate the independent dispute process completely. Its proposal comes after recent indication that the No Surprises Act lacks teeth.
The healthcare giant's shift in strategy puts an increased focus on systems used by electrophysiologists and interventional cardiologists to manage and treat cardiovascular disease.
It’s unclear if the man taken into custody, Edward Dubrovsky, 54, is being formally accused of being linked to the infamous cybercrime cell. Dubrovsky works with ransomware victims, helping them to pay off criminals to regain access to their data.
Physical therapist Jaekwan Lee, 42, will serve 15 months in prison for his role in the fraud scheme, which involved dozens of Amtrak employees, 19 of whom pleaded guilty for their role in the conspiracy.
According to Newsweek, 13 of the top 20 hospitals for cardiac surgery in the entire world are located in the United States. The list includes 150 hospitals in total.
The state is accusing the insurer of colluding with the broader Blue Cross Blue Shield network to stifle competition and control prices. BCBSM denies the allegations.
The U.S. Department of Justice said Le Thu, an emergency medicine physician, conspired with telehealth companies to fill prescription orders despite never having examined the patients herself.
