The following are the top five finance stories from June, starting with the most-read.
1. Study lists 50 hospitals with biggest markups: 10 things to know
Two researchers used Medicare cost reports to find the 50 U.S. hospitals with the largest difference between charges and Medicare-allowable cost in 2012. Click here to read more.
2. 50 things to know about healthcare costs
Total healthcare spending is expected to rise again this year and hospital prices are continually growing. From an aging population to Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act mandates, there are a number of factors influencing healthcare costs in the U.S. Click here to read more.
3. The community hospital survival guide: Strategies to keep the doors open
Community hospitals across the nation are facing a myriad of financial challenges, causing some facilities to file for bankruptcy or close their doors for good. Click here to read more.
4. Board votes to close California hospital, up to 300 workers to be laid off
Escondido, Calif.-based Palomar Health's board of directors voted to shut down its hospital in downtown Escondido. Click here to read more.
5. CMS releases new hospital, physician payment data: 5 findings
CMS released data that shows hospitals' Medicare charges and payments and what Medicare paid physicians and suppliers in 2013. Click here to read more.
More articles on healthcare finance:
Medical companies paid physicians, teaching hospitals $6.49B in 2014
IRS provides clarification on hospital financial assistance policy requirements
CHI revenue increases while operating loss grows to $66.7M