Massachusetts Hospitals Face Crisis as Steward Demands Millions to Maintain Crucial Tech Services
2025-01-31
The Boston Globe
A critical situation is unfolding in Massachusetts as Steward threatens to discontinue medical record and billing services for its former hospitals, sparking concerns of wide-scale disruptions and potential closures. The hospitals are under pressure to pay millions to maintain these essential technology services, which are vital for patient care and administrative operations. This standoff has significant implications for healthcare services in the region, with medical billing and electronic health records hanging in the balance. Key services like patient data management and medical record keeping are at risk, making it essential to find a resolution to avoid disruptions to healthcare services.
