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ldurette posted an update:

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:02:15 -0500

ldurette posted an update:

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:01:13 -0500

Frantz Berthaud posted an update: Just wanted to thank the Becker's Healthcare team for […]

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:17:50 -0500

Just wanted to thank the Becker’s Healthcare team for an amazing Oncology Executive Summit. Everyone I’ve spoken to has stated how great it was and are looking forward to participating on an annual basis!

kelly posted an update: Hello, all,I had an interesting conversation recently with […]

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:35:51 -0500

Hello, all,

I had an interesting conversation recently with a hospital CEO today about how he stays connected to his workforce.

One thing that stood out: he intentionally sets aside time each week to walk the hospital, talk with staff across roles and listen — really listen — to what’s working and what’s not.

It got me thinking about how…

Alan posted an update: Good morning! I’m hosting Becker’s next CEO virtual […]

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:13:26 -0500

Good morning! I’m hosting Becker’s next CEO virtual leadership call on Monday, March 2 (11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. CST), focused on Medicare Advantage — the challenges, the strategy shifts and what comes next for health systems.

This will be a candid, off-the-record conversation designed for CEOs to speak openly with peers navigating the same…

ericac_c posted an update: Hi everyone! Jumping in with a quick look at the top […]

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:26:41 -0500

Hi everyone! Jumping in with a quick look at the top story clinical leaders are reading today.

Kaufman Hall’s latest Physician Flash Report highlights a growing imbalance: Physician and APP productivity is up 7% since 2023, while reimbursement per wRVU has declined and median subsidies have climbed to $315,358 per physician. With hospital…

Jakob posted an update: Here's some data that can be hard to get since the […]

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:04:19 -0500

Here’s some data that can be hard to get since the BCBS system is disjointed and doesn’t publicly report finances (for the most part). Details on the latest here:

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BCBS profit margins fall to 1.4%: 3 notes - Becker's Payer Issues | Payer News

Combined profit margins across BCBS plans sank to 1.4% as of third-quarter 2025, according to a Jan. 29 analysis of Mark Farrah Associates’ Health Coverage Portal. The report covered BCBS Association licensees and unaffiliated plans. The team compared composite third-quarter … Continue reading

Jakob posted an update: Some heavy news over the weekend in Minneapolis. […]

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:35:36 -0500

Some heavy news over the weekend in Minneapolis. In response, executives from large Minnesota health systems and insurers are calling for a de-escalation of ongoing tensions. More here:
https://www.beckerspayer.com/leadership/healthcare-ceos-call-for-deescalation-of-tensions-in-minnesota/

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Healthcare CEOs call for ‘deescalation of tensions’ in Minnesota

Healthcare CEOs call deescalation — Healthcare CEOs call for deescalation of tensions after the killing of nurse Alex Pretti by federal agents in…

Jakob posted an update: Calling all executive attendees to Becker's 4th […]

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 19:05:46 -0500

Calling all executive attendees to Becker’s 4th Annual Spring Payer Issues Roundtable, which brings together more than 500 payer and health plan leaders and 115 speakers to Chicago on April 13th and 14th. This year’s event includes keynote conversations with the industry’s top leaders and former President George W. Bush. For the full agenda…

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Becker's Spring 2026 Payer Issues Roundtable | Becker’s – Chicago, Apr 13–14

Join elite health plan executives at Becker’s Spring Payer Issues Roundtable, Apr 13–14, 2026 in Chicago — the leading payer event on virtual care, contracting, workforce, price transparency, policy changes, and more.

Jakob posted an update: ICYMI: A quick brief on some big state-level reforms […]

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:43:59 -0500

ICYMI: A quick brief on some big state-level reforms to prior authorization that went into effect on Jan. 1:

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State laws now in effect push insurers for quicker prior authorization responses - Becker's Payer Issues | Payer News

Laws in North Dakota, Nebraska and Alaska focused on accelerating insurer response times for prior authorizations went into effect Jan. 1. North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong signed the state’s bill in April. The legislation requires plans to decide on nonurgent … Continue reading

Alan posted an update: Cross-market mergers are quickly moving from edge cases to […]

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 19:36:16 -0500

Cross-market mergers are quickly moving from edge cases to a core growth strategy. With margins tight and home markets crowded, more systems — from Northwell–Nuvance to Sanford–Marshfield and Prime Healthcare’s multi-state expansion — are looking beyond their regions to gain scale, spread risk and improve payer leverage. Question for CEOs in…

Ariana: Quite a few DSOs received investments this year aimed […]

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:00:00 -0500

Quite a few DSOs received investments this year aimed at driving future growth and hiring. Additionally, many experts are optimistic about where the industry is headed in terms of M&A. Dr. Barry Lyon, @DrBDL , recently shared some insight on what the dental field can expect next year. What are everyone else’s predictions?

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Is a new M&A cycle coming for dentistry? - Becker’s Dental Review - DSO + Dental News

Increased practice profitability and more favorable economic conditions predicted by experts is leading many investors to be optimistic about M&A activity for dentistry. Barry Lyon, DDS, dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics and Dental Care Alliance, recently … Continue reading

Crystal Collette posted an update: Hi Everyone, My organization is reviewing our Restraint […]

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:46:39 -0500

Hi Everyone,

My organization is reviewing our Restraint & Seclusion policy. We would like to compare our current policy to what other organizations are doing. If you are willing to share your organization’s policy, that would be very helpful! My email is vjv2yj@uvahealth.org

mckinneykm: @ejeffries Hi Ella, I'm new to the Becker's […]

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 22:26:55 -0500

@ejeffries

Hi Ella, I’m new to the Becker’s Pharmacy Executive Network. Could I be added to the meeting invitation for the Tuesday Pharmacy Executive Virtual Engagement Calls? Kathryn.McKinney@stelizabeth.com – thank you!

esignorella posted an update: Curious on thoughts on the CMS ACCESS CMMI initiative […]

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 20:39:23 -0500

Curious on thoughts on the CMS ACCESS CMMI initiative to launch next year. How are folks feeling it best to integrate with PCPs to create channel or pipeline referrals?

Ella posted an update: What recent data points at your organization have […]

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 22:27:06 -0500

What recent data points at your organization have caught your attention, and are there any unexpected findings or anecdotes that help illustrate what’s happening on the ground?

Let me know in the comments below!

Julie posted an update: I'm curious the position other healthcare organizations […]

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:19:17 -0500

I’m curious the position other healthcare organizations are taking on Meta RayBans given they have built in cameras but can also be prescription glasses. Our organization has a no photography or recording policy to protect patient privacy, however my understanding is a person can cover the LED light so people wouldn’t know it was on. Any…

stanhunt posted an update:

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 16:28:58 -0500

stanhunt posted an update: Happy to be part of this group and looking forward […]

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 16:24:07 -0500

Happy to be part of this group and looking forward to sharing ideas. Thanks

kelly posted an update: Happy Thursday, all,I noticed more members weighed in […]

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 20:57:05 -0500

Happy Thursday, all,

I noticed more members weighed in on this week’s poll — 75% of you said your biggest friction point with workforce tech is budget constraints and ROI skepticism.

That aligns with what I’m hearing in conversations, too. A lot of leaders are trying to move past shiny solutions and make a strong case for tools that actually…

kelly posted an update: Top Reads for CHROs Today:– […]

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 20:46:40 -0500

Top Reads for CHROs Today:

– The healthcare workforce in 12 numbers

– Christus Health finalizes nursing school partnership

Ray posted an update: Hi! I am Ray DuBois, Director of MUSC Hollings […]

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 13:44:19 -0500

Hi! I am Ray DuBois, Director of MUSC Hollings Cancer Center in Charleston, SC and Associate Provost at MUSC for all cancer programs. We have a multi-hospital network and are building 4 new cancer sites located throughout the state of South Carolina. More to come as these sites develop!

e_sculapius posted an update: Hi all! I’m Matt Manning, MD, FASTRO, FACCC, a practicing […]

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 19:05:36 -0500

Hi all! I’m Matt Manning, MD, FASTRO, FACCC, a practicing radiation oncologist and former Chief of Oncology for Cone Health in Greensboro, NC. I also serve as Chair of the Clinical Liaison Council at Fuse Oncology, where we focus on leveraging intelligent workflow automation to reduce clinical burden and make cancer care more efficient,…

olgakwch posted an update: Question for Everyone: Do you think billers […]

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 22:19:53 -0500

Question for Everyone:
Do you think billers handling government claims should be licensed like other professionals in healthcare? Why or why not?

bshockney posted an update:

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 15:08:06 -0500

amyware posted an update: Hi all! I'm Amy and I have the privilege of supporting […]

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 22:38:24 -0500

Hi all! I’m Amy and I have the privilege of supporting our oncology community as the Regional Vice President of Oncology for HCA Healthcare Sarah Cannon Cancer Network across 13 hospitals in Tennessee and Kentucky. My career has been dedicated to this mission, building on nearly two decades of experience, including my tenure in leadership at…

Mike posted an update:

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:26:17 -0500

jvick posted an update: Jon Vick, founder of ASC Realty Advisors, specializing […]

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 20:41:27 -0500

Jon Vick, founder of ASC Realty Advisors, specializing in sale-leaseback of ASC & MOB real estate. Providing advisory services to ASC owners since 1984.

theteledentist posted an update: Absolutely true: Dental practice success could […]

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 20:02:22 -0500

Absolutely true: Dental practice success could largely depend on dentists’ ability to keep up with technological advancements, patient expectations and economic shifts.

Patients want convenience and cost savings–teledentistry provides both, but how many offices are engaged in virtual care??? Technology is simple, change is hard.

tina-jackson posted an update: Hi everyone. Thank you for the opportunity to […]

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:12:35 -0500

Hi everyone. Thank you for the opportunity to participate in Becker’s Healthcare CHRO Group. I am truly honored to join such a respected network of executive leaders who are shaping the future of healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence.

As the Chief People Officer/CPO for Beaufort Memorial Hospital,…

esignorella posted an update: Looking forward to the upcoming Beckers Conference in […]

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:50:27 -0500

Looking forward to the upcoming Beckers Conference in early November in Chicago. What sessions are you most excited to hear? I am trying to coordinate the sessions I will attend and would love to hear more about the ones your interested in attending.

Francesca posted an update: Hi Everyone, I am Francesca Pregano, COO of Smile […]

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:12:54 -0500

Hi Everyone, I am Francesca Pregano, COO of Smile Makers Dental Center, a growing 6 location DSO in Northern Virginia. It’s great to be here and connect with so many forward-thinking leaders.

As we approach the end of the year, I’d love to hear, what EOY initiatives are you currently working through, and/or what are you planning for Q1 2026?…

Kayla posted an update: Hi everyone, At the Becker’s conference, I spoke with […]

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 20:13:00 -0500

Hi everyone,

At the Becker’s conference, I spoke with another ASC leader who shared that their anesthesia providers are hired as employees rather than contractors. They pay them a flat day rate and therefore don’t have to manage stipends.

Is anyone else employing their anesthesia staff instead of contracting them? If so, I’d love to hear how…

u23863 posted an update:

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 19:07:27 -0500

ckeyser posted an update: How is everyone handling the compensation methodology […]

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 13:35:37 -0500

How is everyone handling the compensation methodology for physicians (ortho surgeons & non-surgical non-ortho physicians) who are looking to work less than 30hrs per week as they ease into retirement within the next year or two?

chavirac posted an update:

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 20:36:33 -0500

Jakob posted an update: One of the country's largest insurers said yesterday […]

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:19:42 -0500

One of the country’s largest insurers said yesterday that they predict the managed Medicaid business to get worse before it gets better. How are you navigating Medicaid right now? Any strategies to mitigate the impact of reductions coming to the program in the next few years?

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Elevance signals challenging year ahead for Medicaid business - Becker's Payer Issues | Payer News

Elevance Health is working to mitigate rising costs in its Medicaid business amid what executives describe as a challenging year ahead. The company reported its third-quarter earnings on Oct. 21, with senior leadership telling investors that escalating Medicaid costs, driven … Continue reading

soonercpa posted an update:

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:11:08 -0500

Dawson Ballard posted an update: How is everyone handling the telehealth issues?

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 21:38:15 -0500

How is everyone handling the telehealth issues?

Ariana posted an update: Hi everyone! I hope everyone's week is going well. […]

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 21:32:01 -0500

Hi everyone! I hope everyone’s week is going well. I’ve spoken with many practice owners and executives about how staffing shortages are affecting their practices. What are everyone’s thoughts on some of the legislation states are considering to alleviate these challenges?

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How states are tackling dentistry's workforce crisis - Becker’s Dental Review - DSO + Dental News

Here are six states working to address the dental industry’s workforce shortages through legislation and programs: 1. The Maine legislature passed a bill creating a new pathway for prospective clinicians to earn an adjunct dentist license. 2. The authorization of … Continue reading

tattalla posted an update:

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 17:52:12 -0500

Ella posted an update: Good morning, Everyone!In behavioral health, complexity […]

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:23:36 -0500

Good morning, Everyone!

In behavioral health, complexity is constant — but clarity is leadership.
💭 What’s one process or meeting you’ve simplified that made your organization run smoother?

Comment below!

#BehavioralHealth #Operations #LeadershipInAction

Ella posted an update: PSA: Becker's is hosting a spring behavioral health […]

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 21:50:52 -0500

PSA: Becker’s is hosting a spring behavioral health summit and we still have spots open on the panels below:

Building Financial Resilience in Behavioral Health (morning of April 15)
Behavioral Health on the Brink: Legislative and Policy Changes to Watch(morning of April 15)
Technology in Behavioral Health: From Promise to Practice (morning of…

Jakob posted an update: Some breaking news... another Optum provider purchase:

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 21:14:30 -0500

Some breaking news… another Optum provider purchase:

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Optum to buy Massachusetts medical group - Becker's Payer Issues | Payer News

Optum’s Massachusetts-based subsidiary Atrius Health plans to acquire Acton Medical Associates, a 45-provider primary care group serving nearly 37,000 patients in the Boston area, according to a Sept. 25 filing from the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission. Atrius, a Newton-based physician … Continue reading

Jakob posted an update:

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 19:22:37 -0500

Paige posted an update: What's your No. 1 priority in Q4 to best prepare for 2026? […]

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0500

What’s your No. 1 priority in Q4 to best prepare for 2026?

Comment below!

Alan posted an update: Top 2 Becker’s reads for hospital and health system […]

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 20:55:19 -0500

Top 2 Becker’s reads for hospital and health system finance leaders today:

–The CMS activities that will, won’t continue during the shutdown

–Payer ‘mischief’ continues to plague CommonSpirit, CFO says

Jakob posted an update:

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 18:52:56 -0500

Jakob posted an update:

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 18:43:06 -0500

Jakob posted an update: SPEAKERS WANTED!Becker's is looking for senior leaders […]

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:58:14 -0500

SPEAKERS WANTED!

Becker’s is looking for senior leaders from top payer and health plan organizations to speak on a pre-recorded Zoom webinar on Friday, October 10th from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT, which will be shared on our website in the following weeks. We’ll send all questions in advance, and the format is designed to be conversational and…