Caroline Hudson

A Walgreens spokesperson declined to comment on what the company called rumors and speculation.

Franklin, Tennessee-headquartered Community Health Systems said it is evaluating future options for the facilities.

Securing the Rhode Island Department of Health's approval was the final state regulatory hurdle.

High-acuity patients often lead to increased expenses for providers, given the specialized clinicians and equipment needed to treat them.

The proposed deal, which involves two hospitals, is expected to close in the first quarter of 2025.

The health system restructured its organization from seven regional divisions into three, shrinking its executive team and streamlining some functions.

Retailers' investments have ranged from strategic pivots for existing clinics to multibillion-dollar acquisitions of primary care providers.

The Oakland, California-based health system has reduced administrative expenses, put controls on discretionary spending and streamlined business operations.

Despite the upheaval at parent company CVS Health, Signify plans to keep expanding the services it provides for patients at home.

Partnerships between research institutes, academic medical centers, universities and technology companies are tackling cancer care.