Regulation

Imagine a world where accessing healthcare is as easy as tapping a button on your smartphone, where waiting for months to see a doctor is a thing of the past, and where rural communities no longer suffer from medical neglect. This scenario is becoming increasingly plausible, thanks to advancements in telemedicine and pivotal policy reforms.

The Medicaid landscape in 2023 has undergone significant shifts that have left many residents and healthcare providers in Brazos County, Texas, grappling with new challenges. The end of automatic renewals for Medicaid, which had been temporarily implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, has introduced a layer of uncertainty for those reliant on

The recent decision by two rival hospitals in Terre Haute, Indiana, to withdraw their merger application has reignited the debate over the effectiveness of Certificate of Public Advantage (COPA) laws. These laws, designed to regulate hospital mergers and ensure public benefit, have faced significant criticism for their inability to prevent the

Union Health, a prominent healthcare provider, initially submitted paperwork for the acquisition of Terre Haute Regional Hospital. However, the organization has decided to withdraw its paperwork temporarily and plans to resubmit it. This development is significant as it highlights the complexities and challenges associated with healthcare mergers

A significant slowdown in private equity (PE) dealmaking has emerged within the healthcare services industry during the third quarter of this year, raising eyebrows among industry watchers. According to a recent report by PitchBook, 148 PE deals were either announced or closed in Q3, a considerable drop from the 185 deals recorded in Q2. This

As artificial intelligence (AI) technology evolves at a breakneck pace, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) faces the challenge of harmonizing innovative healthcare solutions with stringent patient safety regulations. This endeavor is particularly difficult given AI's rapidly advancing capabilities and the need for adaptable,