In a new report, the AHA said strains from President Trump’s tariffs and struggles with Medicare Advantage plans are creating “financial headwinds” that could shake the economic stability of hospitals nationwide. 

Craig Kent served in his role for five years and resigned on Tuesday after an investigation into patient safety and hiring concerns followed employees signing a letter of no confidence.

In a viral video, the CEO of UnitedHealth Group defended the claims denial practices of its insurance arm, touting its important role in guarding the healthcare system. He asked employees to tune out "critical noise" on social media. 

In the post-COVID era, wages for permanent RNs are rising, and wages for travelers are decreasing. A new report tracked these trends and more. 

Bharath Krishnamurthy, director of health policy and analytics, American Hospital Association, explains factors leading to the economic instability of the U.S. healthcare system. 

Bharath Krishnamurthy, a director of health policy and analytics at the American Hospital Association, explains the financial impact of current healthcare staffing shortages.

The average payment rate to physicians is suggested to be reduced by 2.93% in 2025 under the proposed fee schedule change, the agency noted. 

The American Medical Association says payment policies are challenging the viability of smaller physician practices, which will eventually cause healthcare access issues.