Columbia to end physician deals; firm remains a strong partner

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Columbia/HCA Healthcare is under federal investigation for fraudulent Medicare billing practices by some of its physicians. New Columbia Chmn/CEO Thomas F. Frist Jr. wants trust established between Columbia and federal authorities so full cooperation has been offered in the investigation. Pending physician-investment contracts have been canceled and existing contracts will also be canceled when possible.

Investigations, COL, HCA Inc.

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The oldest new kid on the block

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Leonard J. Morse has been appointed the chief medical officer of the Greater New Bedford Community Health Center in Massachusetts. Morse has a unique philosophy, he encourages physicians to cooperate by sharing expenses, sharing knowledge, and working together in a group setting. Morse left a Worchester-based practice he founded to join the health center.

Officials and employees, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, Morse, Leonard J.,

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