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Study: Private equity takeovers boost billings, fees

The Lund Report February 11, 2025
The Lund Report covers new research coauthored by Jane Zhu, M.D., that reveals private equity firms drive up professional fees for gastroenterologists after they sell out: “There are clear reasons why these medical practices might be interested in private equity, and one of those reasons is that private equity gives some market power and leverage to negotiate higher commercial (insurance) rates. … And some might argue that that is actually commensurate to what these practices need to survive and to do well in the current market.”

With lawsuits tying up Trump’s gender care order, Oregon hospitals still provide services — so far

The Lund Report February 11, 2025
The Lund Report reports on the Trump Administration’s Executive Order on gender-affirming care and the lawsuit filed by Oregon’s Attorney General, which included a declaration from OHSU outlining potential impacts to the university’s gender-affirming care programs and services. Steve Stadum says: “The executive order on gender-affirming care is very scary for patients and their families. We are continuing to provide this care.”

Oregon Department of Justice sues over cuts to medical research funding

Eugene Register-Guard February 11, 2025
News covers a lawsuit filed Feb. 10 by the Oregon Attorney General, and at least 22 other attorneys general nationwide, to uphold NIH indirect cost rates; OHSU filed a declaration in support of the AGs’ lawsuit. OPB-Radio reports a federal judge in Massachusetts has granted a temporary restraining order.

Oregon Department of Justice sues over cuts to medical research funding

The Statesman Journal February 11, 2025
News covers a lawsuit filed Feb. 10 by the Oregon Attorney General, and at least 22 other attorneys general nationwide, to uphold NIH indirect cost rates; OHSU filed a declaration in support of the AGs’ lawsuit. OPB-Radio reports a federal judge in Massachusetts has granted a temporary restraining order.

Study: Private equity takeovers boost billings, fees

The Lund Report February 11, 2025
The Lund Report covers a new study co-authored by Jane Zhu, M.D., that drills down on the bills issued by gastroenterologists after private equity buys their practices, finding a 78% jump in professional fees for colonoscopies and other care. Zhu says, “There are clear reasons why these medical practices might be interested in private equity, and one of those reasons is that private equity gives some market power and leverage to negotiate higher commercial rates ... And some might argue that that is actually commensurate to what these practices need to survive and to do well in the current market.”

As Temperatures Drop In Oregon, OHSU Experts Warn About Danger Of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

KXL Radio February 11, 2025
The Oregon Poison Center reminds the public about the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning during a dip in temperatures and persistent winter weather across the state. “This is the perfect time to check your battery-operated carbon monoxide detector or install one on every level of your home if you haven’t already done so,” says Rob Hendrickson, M.D. “If you need to use a generator or alternative cooking source, it is extremely important to place them outside, well away from windows, doors and ventilation systems.”

Study: Private equity takeovers boost billings, fees

The Lund Report February 11, 2025
A new study co-authored by OHSU researcher Jane Zhu drilled down on the bills issued by gastroenterologists after private equity buys their practices, finding a 78% jump in professional fees for colonoscopies and other care.

NIH cuts to OHSU funding show ‘disdain for science’

KOIN-TV February 10, 2025
News covers a lawsuit filed Feb. 10 by the Oregon Attorney General, and at least 22 other attorneys general nationwide, to uphold NIH indirect cost rates; OHSU filed a declaration in support of the AGs’ lawsuit. OPB-Radio reports a federal judge in Massachusetts has granted a temporary restraining order.

Oregon AG sues over Trump's 'devastating' slashing of NIH funding

Portland Business Journal February 10, 2025
News covers a lawsuit filed Feb. 10 by the Oregon Attorney General, and at least 22 other attorneys general nationwide, to uphold NIH indirect cost rates; OHSU filed a declaration in support of the AGs’ lawsuit. OPB-Radio reports a federal judge in Massachusetts has granted a temporary restraining order.
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