Why more than 30% of rural hospitals are at risk of closure

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Top Story Why More Than 30% of Rural Hospitals Are at Risk of Closure More than 700 hospitals across the rural U.S. are at risk of closing due to their financial woes — and for more than half of these hospitals, the risk of closure is immediate, according to a new report. The report argued this is due largely to inadequate reimbursement from health plans. Sponsored The Impact Brands: Empowering Wellness Through Natural and Holistic Solutions Presented by MedCity News & Impact Brands In an era of escalating healthcare costs and a growing preference for natural, holistic approaches to health, The Impact Brands emerges as a collective of diverse brands dedicated to supporting overall wellness through natural means. Learn More INVEST Digital Health Investment Conference : Early Bird Special Ends TONIGHT! Join the industry's top experts shaping the future of healthcare at INVEST Digital Health next month, on September 18.   We're looking forward to seeing you at Pegasus Park in Dallas! Grab your Early Bird tickets before prices go up tonight!     Save $100, Register NOW - Prices increase 11:59pm

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Recent Hires, Layoffs & an Interview with Aneesh Chopra, Chief Strategy Officer at Arcadia In this month's episode, Senior Reporter Katie Adams discussed some executive moves and layoffs that recently occurred in the healthcare sector. She also interviewed Aneesh Chopra, who transitioned to the role chief strategy officer at Arcadia following the company's recent merger with his startup, CareJourney.  Listen Now

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