Private equity in cardiology raises overuse concerns
As private equity’s infiltration into cardiology expands, what does this mean for the cost and quality of care? More
WATCH: How hospitals can improve racial inclusivity
At the Lown Institute event on hospital racial inclusivity, health equity experts weighed in on hospital segregation and strategies for improving inclusivity. Watch the full event recording! More
PRESS RELEASE: Think tank identifies America’s most inclusive hospitals
Most hospitals say advancing health equity in their communities is a priority, and our latest report examines just how well they’re doing. More
Looking AHEAD: CMS’ new global budget model for states
CMS just announced AHEAD, a new model of care for states that provides an alternative to traditional fee-for-service payment. What does this model entail and how will it impact hospitals? More
Does cancer screening help us live longer?
Cancer screenings save lives, right? It's actually more complicated than that... More
Meet Noelle Serino, new Lown Institute policy analyst
Noelle Serino, the Lown Institute's newest policy analyst, traces her commitment to public health back to one life-changing event... More
How much hospital CEO pay is too much? This city is considering a cap on executive compensation
Hospitals are an outlier among nonprofits when it comes to CEO pay, and hospitals in Los Angeles are no exception. Here's what one union is doing about it... More
US News “best” hospitals still falling short on equity
The latest list of "best hospitals" from US News and World Report is out... how do they perform when equity is factored in? More
PODCAST: Dr. Vikas Saini on why more healthcare isn’t always better
On the podcast "Turn on the Lights," hosted by Kedar Mate and Don Berwick of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, Lown Institute president Vikas Saini explains how overuse takes hold in medicine and how patients can protect themselves from the harms of unnecessary care. More
How does your state do on hospital social responsibility?
The Lown Institute just released the fourth version of the Lown Hospitals Index. Which states have the highest-performing hospitals on equity, value, and outcomes? More
PRESS RELEASE: Lown Institute Identifies Most Socially Responsible U.S. Hospitals
The Lown Institute, a nonpartisan think tank, has released its annual list of the most socially responsible hospitals in America. Of more than 3,600 hospitals evaluated, 54 made the honor roll by earning “A” grades across three main categories: equity, value, and outcomes. More
How hospitals can help solve our medical debt crisis
How can hospitals prevent and reduce medical debt in their communities? A new report from Los Angeles County reveals the extent of medical debt in the city and recommendations for reducing this burden for residents. More
PRESS RELEASE: Boston neurologist earns national award for health justice leadership
Altaf Saadi, MD, MSc to receive Bernard Lown Award for Social Responsibility and $25,000 prize More
This hospital system denied care to patients with medical debt. But they’re not the only ones…
A recent investigation found that Allina Health System has been rejecting patients with unpaid medical bills. Why is this allowed, and are other hospitals doing it? More
How are hospitals doing on greenhouse gas emissions?
What can we learn about hospital carbon emissions from the EPA's "Energy Star" program? More
Hospital Spotlight: Mount Sinai Hospital
Our latest spotlight features Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, which was one of the top hospitals for Fair Share Spending in the nation in 2022. We spoke with Dr. Ngozi Ezike, President and CEO of Sinai Chicago, about Mount Sinai Hospital’s role in the community and their vision for the future. More
Policymakers look to curb facility fees in outpatient setting
Should Medicare pay more for the same service delivered in an outpatient facility when it's owned by a hospital? That's the key question behind the push for site-neutral payments, a policy change that federal and state policymakers are considering. More
Earlier screening for breast cancer: Benefits and harms
The USPSTF just lowered the recommended screening age for breast cancer from 50 to 40. What were the reasons for this change and what are the potential harms and benefits? More
What happens when safety net hospitals close?
Safety net hospitals across the US are closing at a disturbing rate. What's driving this trend, and what's the impact on communities? More
5 things you need to know about hospital community benefit spending
What is the hospital community benefit standard and why is it getting so much attention? If you want to get up to date fast on this key health policy issue, we've got you covered... More