1. CMS' proposed inpatient payment rule for 2022: 8 things to know Full story

2. Erlanger swings to $6.4M profit in Q3 Full story

3. Biden's $1.8 trillion spending plan: 5 healthcare takeaways Full story

4. Take control of your platelet supply and budget. With FDA Guidance coming, blood suppliers are forcing costly solutions on hospitals. PGDprime® gives you control and cuts your platelet costs. Satisfy FDA guidance and lower your cost. Learn more

5. Police: Ohio physician arrested, charged with assault following dispute with colleague Full story

6. Former UnitedHealth Group CEO received nearly $18M in his last year at company Full story

7. Mayo Clinic to build 11-story research center Full story

8. 6 hospitals planning upgrades, expansions Full story

9. Revenue cycle needs a glow up. Hear how execs from Optum and Dignity Health are reinvigorating the process.

10. Average incentive bonus for 19 physician specialties Full story

11. Lifespan, Care New England seek approval to merge Full story

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13. Unleash your supply chain's true power. Get practical steps to build a clinically integrated supply chain that supports better patient outcomes during this upcoming webinar.

14. Humana to own nation's largest home health provider after $5.7B deal Full story

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