Drew Memorial Health System
Baptist Health Reports $15.7M Operating Loss for 2024
Baptist Health reported a $15.7M operating loss in 2024 as expenses rose and pandemic relief funding ended, despite higher patient revenue and service expansion. read more >
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Baptist Health to Acquire Drew Memorial in Monticello
Under the deal, nonprofit Drew Memorial's 60-bed hospital will be renamed "Baptist Health Medical Center-Drew County." read more >
Coronavirus Could Kill Rural Hospitals on Brink
The COVID-19 pandemic threatens the survival of rural hospitals in Arkansas, several hospital administrators told Arkansas Business last week. read more >
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