As published in the Emory Wheel on April 16, 2015 Written by: Annie McGrew Two of the largest health care systems in Georgia, Emory Healthcare and WellStar Health System, will merge to create the largest health care system in the Southeast. While CEO and...
More info“Potential merger sparks concern on prices”
By Andy Miller, Georgia Health News As merger talks continue between Emory Healthcare and WellStar Health System, a consumer advocacy group has voiced concerns about the potential impact of a deal in the metro Atlanta market. Georgia Watch said such...
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Georgia Watch submitted public comments on the possible Emory WellStar merger to the health systems yesterday. You can read our press release and comments on this site. Health Access Program Director Beth Stephens was interviewed by WABE’s Jim...
More infoGeorgia Watch submits public comment on Emory WellStar merger
Georgia Watch’s Health Access Program submitted comments yesterday to both Emory Healthcare and WellStar Health System expressing deep concern about the potential Emory Healthcare and WellStar Health System merger. You can see the Press Release...
More infoRural Hospital Stabilization Committee issues final report but overlooks Medicaid expansion
On February 23, 2015, the Rural Hospital Stabilization Committee (RHSC), formed by Governor Deal, issued a final report outlining its suggested solutions for Georgia’s struggling rural hospitals. While we support the Committee’s recommendations, we joined...
More infoFeds publish final regulations for nonprofit hospitals
Written by Beth Stephens, Health Access Program Director, and Lindsey Stephens, Duke Law School Extern On December 31, 2014, the Treasury Department and the IRS issued long-awaited final regulations that clarify requirements for nonprofit hospitals...
More info“Merger would create a giant in Atlanta health care”
By: Andy Miller Published February 15, 2015 It’s a long way from being a done deal, but if it happens it will shake up metro Atlanta health care. Emory University and WellStar Health System announced last week that they are discussing a merger of their...
More infoLearn how your hospital ranks when it comes to infections, patient satisfaction
Key infection data for all hospitals, including those in Georgia, is now available through information available online via a federal report card. The US Department of Health & Human Services website hospitalcompare.hhs.gov provides key information on...
More infoReport: Georgia nonprofit hospitals and the vulnerable patient
Hospitals are the central component of Georgia’s vast and complicated health care system. As key health care providers that offer a wide range of services, these hospitals have a unique opportunity to help reduce access disparities for vulnerable...
More infoGeorgia Watch issues letter to the IRS on financial access at nonprofit hospitals
Approximately 82 percent of Georgia’s hospitals are nonprofit entities, meaning these facilities have particular obligations to their communities due to the tax revenue the community forgoes. The most important way a nonprofit hospital can begin to return...
More infoWhat is the Hospital Accountability Project?
The Georgia Hospital Accountability Project broadens accessibility to affordable, safe and effective care at the state’s hospitals for uninsured, underinsured and low-income Georgians by promoting state-level regulations, advocating for hospital policy...
More infoGeorgia Watch and Health Leaders To Hold Community Forum on How to Safely Navigate Healthcare
June 16, 2011 Georgia Watch, the Campaign for Better Care and Piedmont Healthcare are proud to host “Town Hall Conversation: Safely and Effectively Navigating Healthcare Today” on Tuesday, June 28, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Atlanta Community Food Bank...
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