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This channel highlights factors that impact hospital and healthcare economics and revenue. This includes news on healthcare policies, reimbursement, marketing, business plans, mergers and acquisitions, supply chain, salaries, staffing, and the implementation of a cost-effective environment for patients and providers.

ACC President Cathie Biga explains the American College of Cardiology advocacy efforts in Washington D.C. in 2025.

ACC president details key advocacy efforts in cardiology

American College of Cardiology President Cathie Biga, MSN, says Medicare payment reform remains a top priority going forward. Site-neutral payments and improved access to PAD screening are two other issues close to the ACC's heart. 

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Novartis to acquire drugmaker behind new heart therapy for up to $3.1B

The FDA has already shown great interest in the drug, which is designed to help AFib patients reduce their stroke and systemic embolism risks.

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Oklahoma cardiologist and his clinic pay $270K to settle whistleblower lawsuit

A Tulsa-based cardiology clinic was accused of submitting false claims for E&M services over a period of several years.

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Cardiologist-supported bill to stop ‘harmful’ Medicare cuts returns to Congress

A bipartisan bill designed to block recent Medicare payment cuts has been reintroduced to Congress after failing to pass in 2024. Will things be any different this time around? 

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Medical device company raises $36M for emitter-free IVL platform

Boston-based Amplitude Vascular Systems is busy investigating the performance of its Pulse IVL platform in a wide variety of patient populations.

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Cardiologist-founded startup raises $2M in the name of women’s heart health

Systole Health is focused on providing personalized healthcare to women with heart disease. “As a cardiologist, I have witnessed firsthand the struggles women face in managing their heart health," the company's co-founder said.

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Philips to sell its emergency care business to private equity firm

Bridgefield Capital, founded in 2015, has previously invested in such popular brands as Cirque Du Soleil, Del Monte and Quiksilver. This transaction is expected to be completed in the second half of 2025. 

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Heart transplant patients on Medicaid face a higher risk of major complications

In addition, researchers noted, five-year mortality was inferior for patients on Medicaid when compared to patients with any other type of insurance. 

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GE HealthCare said the price of iodine contrast increased by more than 200% between 2017 to 2023. Will new Chinese tariffs drive costs even higher?

Several key trends were evident at the Radiological Society of North America 2024 meeting, including new CT and MR technology and evolving adoption of artificial intelligence.