healthcare
Digital health sees surge as large funding rounds lift investment
Digital health funding surged in H1 2026 as U.S. startups secured $7.4 billion across 244 VC deals, with mega‑deals over $100 million…
Medicare pay cuts loom for doctors
Medicare pay cuts loom for doctors in 2027 under new reimbursement rules, affecting all physicians with conversion factor cuts, which will lower…
HCA lowers 2026 profit outlook on insurance losses
HCA Healthcare lowers its 2026 profit outlook due to $400M in insurance losses from ACA coverage drops, reshaping hospital revenue.
HCA Cuts 2026 Earnings View on Insurance Losses
HCA cuts 2026 earnings forecast after a $400 million insurance loss from ACA exchange changes, revealing payer mix challenges for the hospital…
Expiring ACO REACH generates more Medicare savings
New data shows ACO REACH savings hit $2.5 billion in 2024 as the value-based care pilot nears its 2026 expiration, with $988…
Workers strike at major US hospitals
Healthcare workers at major US hospitals go on strike as contract negotiations escalate with healthcare workers demanding better conditions.
CVS CEO says Aetna controls costs before Q2 earnings
CVS Health’s CEO highlights Aetna’s improved healthcare cost control strategies ahead of Q2 earnings.
Ascension acquires Williamson Health in $1B deal
Ascension acquires Williamson Health in a $1B deal, expanding its Tennessee portfolio with the regional health system based in Franklin.