Drew Roth
Make No Mistake: Hospitals Are a Long Way From ‘Fine’
Last week, the independent agency that advises Congress on Medicare rates delivered its March report, which describes hospital profit margins that hit all-time highs in 2021 and calls attention to the $200 billion in taxpayer subsidies that provided hospitals with a cushion to get through the worst of the pandemic.
Sending a Powerful Message on Hospital Financial Instability
The final tally is impressive: 350-plus names of California hospitals and health systems whose leaders signed on to letters seeking state and federal help to protect access to critical health care services.
Trinity Hospital
Trinity Hospital in Weaverville, is owned by Mountain Communities Healthcare District, and is located in Trinity County in Northern California amidst the majestic peaks of the Trinity Alps and sparkling streams, rivers and lakes. Trinity Hospital has 25 acute care beds, 26 skilled nursing beds, an 24 hour emergency room and operating room that provides […]
Tahoe Forest Hospital District
Proudly serving the community since 1952, Tahoe Forest Hospital is a not for profit rural health care facility and designated Critical Access Hospital. It is fully accredited by the Healthcare Accreditation Facilities Program and licensed by the State of California Department of Health Services. Tahoe Forest Hospital has 25 acute care beds and 37 long-term […]
Sutter Lakeside Hospital
Sutter Lakeside Hospital was founded in 1945 as a 30-bed private facility called Lakeside Community Hospital. The hospital was donated to the community in 1966 and a non-profit corporation was formed. In 1992 the hospital affiliated with Sutter Health and changed its name to Sutter Lakeside Hospital. Serving residents of Lake County and surrounding communities, […]
Surprise Valley Community Hospital
Surprise Valley Community Hospital is a District Authority owned hospital located in Cedarville, CA. The hospital has 26 beds and provides the following services onsite to residents: Main & Washington StreetsCedarville, CA 96104 (530) 279-6111
Southern Inyo Healthcare District
Southern Inyo Local Healthcare District is dedicated to maintaining and improving health of residents and visitors of the District through a coordinated health program, including acute inpatient and outpatient services, skilled nursing, education, referral services, and recruitment of health care personnel, with the support of the Citizens in Support of Southern Inyo Hospital, the Inyo […]
Seneca Healthcare District
Seneca Healthcare District was formed in 1947 as an independent special district to meet the needs of the rural community it serves. The hospital officially opened the doors to patients in 1954. Seneca is a non-profit governmental entity also referred to as a special district that is supported by tax dollars. The Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) […]
Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital
Since 1964, this 10-bed hospital has offered acute-care services to the residents and visitors of Santa Ynez Valley. Valley residents and visitors have peace of mind knowing that quality medical care is always close by when needed. Ranked in the top 10 percent for patient satisfaction on the West Coast, Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital […]