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Intermountain Health Hospitals Recognized Among Nation’s Top 100 by Modern Healthcare

Intermountain Health Hospitals Recognized Among Nation’s Top 100 by Modern Healthcare

Nine hospitals within the Intermountain Health system have been named to Modern Healthcare’s 2026 100 Top Hospitals list, following a national quality analysis conducted by Premier, Inc. Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah, was recognized as one of the nation’s top teaching hospitals, while other hospitals in the system were ranked among the top in various community hospital categories. Intermountain St. George Regional, McKay-Dee, and Utah Valley hospitals were acknowledged in the Large Community Hospital category, with Logan Regional Hospital in the Medium Community Hospital category. Layton Hospital topped the Small Community Hospital list, joined by American Fork, Alta View, and Riverton hospitals. Additionally, St. George Regional, Utah Valley, and Layton hospitals received the Everest Award for top performance and improvement over time. This recognition highlights Intermountain Health's commitment to delivering high-quality care and improving community health.
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Nine Intermountain Health Hospitals Recognized Among Nation's Top 100

Nine Intermountain Health Hospitals Recognized Among Nation's Top 100

Nine hospitals within the Intermountain Health system have been named to Modern Healthcare's 2026 100 Top Hospitals list. This recognition is based on a national quality analysis conducted by Premier, Inc., which evaluates hospitals on clinical, operational, financial, and patient experience measures. Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah, was highlighted as one of the nation's top teaching hospitals. Other hospitals, including Intermountain St. George Regional and Intermountain McKay-Dee, were recognized in various categories such as Large Community Hospital and Medium Community Hospital. The recognition underscores the commitment of Intermountain Health to providing high-quality care and improving community health.
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Triad Partnership Aims to Address Licensure Bottleneck in Behavioral Health Workforce

Triad Partnership Aims to Address Licensure Bottleneck in Behavioral Health Workforce

Level Education Group, based in South Jordan, Utah, is partnering with the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Transformation (CCBHC-T) Workforce Accelerator to expand the behavioral health workforce across Illinois, Kansas, and Michigan. The initiative aims to address the shortage of mental health professionals by offering funded licensure support, training, and career pathways. The program provides up to $8,500 per participant for exam prep, fees, peer support, job-site training, and career development. Funding is provided by Ballmer Group, with leadership from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.
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Dr. Khang Nguyen Recognized for Innovation in Healthcare Technology

Dr. Khang Nguyen Recognized for Innovation in Healthcare Technology

Dr. Khang Nguyen, Chief Medical Officer for Care Navigation at The Permanente Federation, has been named to Modern Healthcare's 2026 Innovators Awards list. Dr. Nguyen is recognized for his leadership in developing technology tools that enhance care access and simplify communication within the Southern California Permanente Medical Group. His initiatives include the Kaiser Permanente Intelligent Navigator (KPIN), a Smart Messaging Tool (SMT), and a 24/7 virtual urgent care service called Get Care Now. These tools have significantly improved patient experience and care outcomes by utilizing advanced technologies such as natural language processing and ambient AI listening technology.
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West Suburban Hospital Takes Steps Toward Reopening Amid Community Needs

West Suburban Hospital Takes Steps Toward Reopening Amid Community Needs

The owner of West Suburban Hospital has announced plans to gradually reopen its clinic, starting with patient appointments. This development comes as part of efforts to restore healthcare services in the area, following a period of closure. The hospital's reopening is seen as a critical step in addressing the healthcare needs of the local community, which has been underserved since the hospital's closure. The move is part of a broader strategy to revitalize healthcare access and improve patient outcomes in the region.
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Southern California Permanente Medical Group's Khang Nguyen Recognized for Healthcare Innovation

Southern California Permanente Medical Group's Khang Nguyen Recognized for Healthcare Innovation

Dr. Khang Nguyen, the Chief Medical Officer for Care Navigation at The Permanente Federation and Medical Director for Care Transformation at Southern California Permanente Medical Group, has been named to Modern Healthcare's 2026 Innovators Awards list. This recognition highlights his leadership in developing technology tools that enhance care access and simplify communication within the healthcare system. Dr. Nguyen's initiatives include the Kaiser Permanente Intelligent Navigator (KPIN), a tool that allows patients to describe their care needs in their own words, and the Smart Messaging Tool (SMT), which uses natural language processing to categorize messages for clinicians. These innovations aim to improve patient experience and care outcomes, reflecting the value-based, physician-led model of care that Permanente Medical Groups advocate.
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Stanford Health Care and Alameda Health System Partner to Enhance St. Rose Hospital Services

Stanford Health Care and Alameda Health System Partner to Enhance St. Rose Hospital Services

Stanford Health Care and Alameda Health System have announced a partnership to expand specialized care at St. Rose Hospital in Hayward, California. This collaboration aims to reinforce the hospital's stability and ensure continued access to high-quality care for the local community. The partnership includes the establishment of the St. Rose Hospital Community Fund to support hospital services and address broader health access needs. Additionally, Stanford Health Care physicians will provide care at the hospital's skilled nursing facility, and plans are in place to develop a community-based inpatient medical psychiatric unit.
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Middle East Conflict Causes Fluoride Shortage in U.S. Water Utilities

Middle East Conflict Causes Fluoride Shortage in U.S. Water Utilities

Several U.S. water utilities are experiencing disruptions in maintaining recommended fluoride levels in drinking water due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies reports that Israeli suppliers, who are major exporters of fluorosilicic acid, are facing workforce challenges as many employees have been called into active military service. This has led to decreased production and supply shortages affecting hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. WSSC Water in Maryland, serving 1.9 million customers, has lowered fluoride levels in its water supply due to the shortage. The borough of Lititz in Pennsylvania also halted fluoridation temporarily last month. Fluoride is added to water systems to prevent tooth decay, and while the shortage is not affecting drinking water safety, it could impact oral health over time.
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Abridge Integrates NEJM and JAMA into EHR for Enhanced Clinical Decision Support

Abridge Integrates NEJM and JAMA into EHR for Enhanced Clinical Decision Support

Abridge Integrates NEJM and JAMA into EHR for Enhanced Clinical Decision Support
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Breaking Down the Potential Candidates for Devils GM (and Pres. of Hockey Ops)

Breaking Down the Potential Candidates for Devils GM (and Pres. of Hockey Ops)

This week, let’s take a look at the rumored candidates for the Devils GM and POHO jobs and what they bring to the table
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Utah Tops List as Best State for Remote Work, Study Finds

Utah Tops List as Best State for Remote Work, Study Finds

A recent study by WalletHub has ranked Utah as the best state for working from home in the United States. The study evaluated states based on work environment and living environment metrics, including internet access, home size, and electricity costs. Utah excelled due to its low electricity costs, modest internet costs, and a high percentage of households with broadband internet. The study reflects the ongoing impact of remote work trends, which have persisted even as the COVID-19 pandemic recedes. Other top states include Washington, Rhode Island, and New Jersey, while Alaska, Montana, and West Virginia ranked lowest due to high internet costs.
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Triad Partners with CCBHC Workforce Accelerator to Boost Mental Health Workforce in Key States

Triad Partners with CCBHC Workforce Accelerator to Boost Mental Health Workforce in Key States

Triad, a B2B platform under Level Education Group, has announced a partnership with the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Transformation (CCBHC-T) Workforce Accelerator program. This initiative aims to expand the behavioral health workforce in Illinois, Kansas, and Michigan. The program addresses the shortage of mental health professionals, which affected 137 million people last year, according to Health Resources and Services Administration data. The partnership will provide comprehensive licensure exam preparation to clinicians pursuing careers in community-based behavioral health settings. The Workforce Career Accelerator offers financial incentives up to $8,500, along with support such as exam fee coverage, peer discussions, and professional development. The program is funded by Ballmer Group through the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, which has a history of advancing community-based care.