Physicians back HCA purchase of nonprofit hospital chain

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An estimated 300 Kansas City area physicians employed by or affiliated with Health Midwest have signed a petition supporting the proposed $1.1 billion sale of the nonprofit hospital system to for-profit HCA Inc. Health Midwest physicians signed the petition and believe that this sale would support the work of medical staffs, hospital employees, and contribute benefits to the patients served by Health Midwest hospitals.

Legal issues & crime, Hospitals, HEALTH SERVICES, Legal/Government Regulation, Company legal issue, Cases, Health care industry, HCA Inc.

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Not married to the M.O.B

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A growing number of doctors are setting up practices in shopping malls rather than in medical office buildings. The patients often find the location very convenient. Doctors can use the space to distinguish themselves from other doctors by having their name prominently displayed. Real estate owners find doctors to be dependable, and recession proof.

Marketing procedures, Facilities & equipment, Other Activities Related to Real Estate, REAL ESTATE, Real Estate Services, Economic aspects, Marketing, Medical professions, Real estate industry, Buildings and facilities, Company marketing practices

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Fee-setting plan proposed to control costs

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Physicians are looking into ways to control their health care costs due to fee schedules imposed by private insurers and Medicare. The various proposals suggested by different physician groups are presented alongwith the Milwaukee-area employers suggesting coverage of pays for doctors and hospitals.

Management dynamics, Personnel administration, Management, Compensation and benefits, Medical care, Cost of, Health care costs, Company business management

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