Health care midterms articles
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Embattled hospital operator Steward Health Care files for bankruptcy
The company had faced increasing financial peril in recent months, prompting heightened scrutiny from state and federal officials in Massachusetts.
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Walmart closing 51 health centers, and shutting down virtual care
Walmart says it will shut down the 51 health clinics it has at retail stores across five states, as well as its virtual care operation as the business has become "unsustainable.""The challenging reimbursement environment and escalating operating costs create a lack of profitability," the company said Tuesday.The announcement did not provide a specific date for the closures, but sources told the Dallas Morning News and CNBC they would happen over the next 45 to 90 days.Walmart opened its first...
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Statewide View: Minnesota should reject a public option in health care
From the column: "There’s a better way. A personal option arms you with direct subsidies and tax-free health savings accounts, enabling you to choose coverage that truly meets your needs."