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What to Know About Medicare Part A Insolvency

As we await a new Trustees’ report, here’s what to know about the methodology – and why an upcoming trigger is worth watching.

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Are Airports More "Essential" Than Hospitals?

The DOJ sues hospitals to protect competition in healthcare while the DOT pays millions to protect airline monopolies ... but why?

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Hospital M&A: Three Reasons to Know Your HHI

As regulators crack down on mergers, healthcare leaders need to defend their plans with a mix of numbers + narrative.

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ChatGPT for Hospitals: 3 Burning Questions

We asked a leading expert to answer 3 important questions about how hospitals might use AI technologies such as ChatGPT.

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Look-Alike Health Centers: the Ascendient Guide

Learn why this obscure provider type can offer financial and strategic benefits while improving care for underserved communities.

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Can an Insurance Company Transform Healthcare?

An upstart insurance company hopes to transform healthcare with a carrot-and-stick approach to primary care. Here's why it matters.

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Healthcare Consulting Partnerships: 3 Executive Testimonials

Three healthcare leaders in a variety of roles discuss Ascendient's value as a long-term partner.

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