1. CMS will cancel major bundled payment initiatives  Full story

2. 11 recent hospital, health system outlook and credit rating actions  Full story

3. Physician imposter sentenced to 38 years in prison   Full story

4. Case Study: Decrease Patient Frustration and Increase Revenue with Integrated Services. A large hospital demonstrated how eligibility and early out services, when paired together, can help patients cover their medical expenses, improve patient satisfaction, and increase revenue. Download the case study to learn more.

5. Dr. Soon-Shiong's NantHealth to cut 300 jobs as losses mount   Full story

6. Bon Secours Richmond CEO orders managers, others to take paid leave to reduce expenses  Full story

8. Pinnacle Dermatology's new CEO brings experience as CIO, CFO and CSO to new role   Full story

11. Webinar: Why are communication processes a core competency for patient care and caregiver satisfaction? 

12. 8 latest healthcare industry lawsuits  Full story

13. UPMC finalizes definitive agreement to acquire PinnacleHealth   Full story

14. For-profit hospital stock report: Week of Aug. 7-11  Full story

15. New Hampshire hospital reopens ED after mystery illness causes partial evacuation  Full story