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March 04, 2025

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VBC success is possible. Here's how.

Success in value-based care (VBC) looks different for every organization, but few sources capture how providers are experiencing VBC. That's why we
surveyed over 200 healthcare leaders who've engaged in risk-based contracting to better understand their efforts and outcomes. Check out the results — and more of our best VBC resources:

Survey results | 5 key insights from healthcare leaders
Predictions | VBC in 2025: What's now and what's next
Infographic | The obstacles to VBC success
Diagnostic | VBC self-assessment

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4 strategies to prepare for a 'tsunami' of patients

The aging U.S. population has increasingly complex care needs, leading to increased overcrowding in hospital EDs and growing delays in care. Writing for Modern Healthcare, Alex Kacik outlines how hospitals attempting to address growing capacity challenges — and our experts offer four strategies to help hospital leaders prepare for future bed shortages.

March 04, 2025

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Charted: Flu rates are still high, especially among children

Although flu activity has decreased in the last two weeks, the virus is still circulating at elevated levels, especially among children who are experiencing more severe symptoms. See the latest updates on our interactive charts.

March 04, 2025

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Around the nation: Former NIH Director Francis Collins retires after 30+ years

Former NIH Director Francis Collins on Friday announced his retirement from the agency after more than 30 years, in today's bite-sized hospital and health industry news from Indiana and Maryland.

March 04, 2025

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