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Seniors who smoke and have Medicare coverage are, too often, not told to quit. Nearly 30% of Medicare recipients who smoke are not urged to quit by their managed-care physicians, according to a study by… Continued

As the top ranked state in federal funding for medical, science and engineering research, California is viewed as a model for collaborative efforts among universities, and public and private organizations. Its residents also recognize the… Continued

Small employers consider health insurance too costly for both themselves and their employees, according to the 2000 Small Employer Health Benefits Survey released last week. Those concerns also are compounded by misperceptions of the business… Continued

Here’s what motivates executives at provider organizations to integrate and what keeps them up at night: Drivers: Perception that integration is essential to optimize quality, cost and health outcomes. Belief that healthcare system should be… Continued

Healthcare administrators and strategic planners are once again rolling up their sleeves and investigating merger opportunities that will make for ideal hospital marriages. In Q2, there was a 17% surge in industry M&As from the… Continued

Although consumer demand for alternative care services continues to grow, hospitals are slow to respond to this $27 billion out-of-pocket opportunity. This oversight prompted an industry consultant to ask “Why are hospitals competing for the… Continued

Doing your staffing homework takes on an added urgency when a documentary is being filmed. Jim Gosky, director of communications at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland had to learn this lesson the hard way. A… Continued

Arrivals Modern Healthcare Vince Galloro joins as a reporter covering outpatient issues such as post-acute care, long-term care, home care and ambulatory care. He is also responsible for news from Colorado, Iowa, North and South… Continued

CanDo.com 70 Hudson St., 5th floor Hoboken, NJ 07030 As a Web site that caters to the 25-plus million people with disabilities, CanDo.com welcomes a wide range of information on the health and lifestyle issues… Continued

BBK Communications seeks Publicist Leading healthcare communications agency is seeking a public relations practitioner with 2-3 years of public relations experience, preferably with knowledge of the health and medical industries. Strong media relations abilities and… Continued