Gap grows between the highest- and lowest-performing hospitals

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Top Story As Costs Continue to Grow, So Is the Gap Between High- and Low-Performing Hospitals Hospital finances seem to be stabilizing overall. However, a closer look reveals there is a widening gap between the highest- and lowest-performing hospitals, according to a new Kaufman Hall report. Sponsored The Role of Medical Affairs in Bridging Clinical Trial Access for All Patients Presented by MedCity News & Real Chemistry Underrepresentation of racial and ethnic groups and other historically disenfranchised populations in clinical trials continues to be a major public health challenge. Learn more about how medical affairs professionals can be a catalyst for change in addressing this issue. INVEST Digital Health: Act fast, Early Bird Special Ends August 9 - THIS Friday! INVEST Digital Health Investment Conference at Pegasus Park in Dallas on September 18 will gather key players to shape the future of the healthcare industry.   Time is running out to save! Reserve your spot at the innovation table and connect with the best in healthcare.    Save $100, Register Today! Prices increase on Saturday

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