The Biggest Threat to Hospitals Ninety percent of hospitals experienced a cybersecurity breach in the last two years, and these breaches cost the healthcare industry over $6 billion annually. With the rise of telehealth operations and EHRs, medical facilities have become a prime target
Last week, I discussed how Measure 101 is devastating Oregon healthcare, as local hospitals are trying to stay afloat amid capsizing taxation. Hospitals aren’t the only ones taking a hit from Measure 101 though. That’s why I felt it was necessary to
Last week, I talked about Measure 101 and the disastrous mismanagement that led to its development. Now I’m back for round two to discuss the specific effects this deceptively named “assessment” will have on the Oregon healthcare system. Before diving in, however,
Last month, Oregon made history as the first state to have voters decide on how to pay for Medicaid costs. In a special election for ballot initiative Measure 101, voters approved to have hospitals and health insurance providers absorb some of the costs
