Distressed Hospitals

Stay updated on Distressed Hospitals trends and industry impact. Healthcare Brew provides the latest news and professional analysis on Distressed Hospitals's role in Hospital Finances and Hospitals & Facilities.

The empty chair of Steward Health Care System Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Ralph de la Torre who did not show up during the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, & Pensions.
Hospitals & Facilities

How the fall of Steward Health Care shaped private equity’s presence in hospitals

After Steward’s collapse, lawmakers questioned the safety of private equity in healthcare.

Cassie McGrath
Public hospital building in forest valley
Hospitals & Facilities

700+ rural hospitals at risk of closing

Financial challenges, like low reimbursement rates, are putting pressure on small hospitals.

Cassie McGrath
Piggy bank wrapped in bandages
Hospitals & Facilities

Healthcare bankruptcies are down, but financial challenges remain

After a spike in Q3 2023, bankruptcy filings have dropped over the last three quarters.

Cassie McGrath
Norwood Hospital sign saying the emergency department is closed behind a fence
Hospitals & Facilities

Senate committee subpoenas Steward CEO in bankruptcy investigation

Senators allege that CEO Ralph de la Torre’s “greed” led to the for-profit chain’s May bankruptcy.

Caroline Catherman
Outside view of a Steward hospital
Hospitals & Facilities

Steward is under federal investigation over alleged fraud

Steward Health Care is facing allegations of fraud following accrued debts and a bankruptcy filing.

Cassie McGrath
A stethoscope sits on top of a piggy bank next to a calculator
Hospitals & Facilities

National hospital operator, Steward Health Care, files for bankruptcy

We’re shocked!

Neelam Bohra
Bankruptcy bonuses
Hospitals & Facilities

Healthcare company bankruptcies surged in 2023

The volume of bankruptcies in 2023 was more than 3x the level seen in 2021.

Maia Anderson

Navigate the healthcare industry

Healthcare Brew covers pharmaceutical developments, health startups, the latest tech, and how it impacts hospitals and providers to keep administrators and providers informed.

By subscribing, you accept our Terms & Privacy Policy.

A mobile phone scrolling a newsletter issue of Healthcare Brew