health care
Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital Coming to District at Midtown Development
The facility is set to bring more than 100 jobs to the Little Rock area.
Under its new owner, the medical practice management software provider plans to accelerate development of new technologies.
The tool uses AI to document nursing observations and send information to a patient’s electronic health record.
What’s in and out of the bipartisan deal drew sharp criticism and leaves few senators fully satisfied.
Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital Coming to District at Midtown Development
The facility is set to bring more than 100 jobs to the Little Rock area. read more >
MedEvolve of Little Rock Acquired by Pritzker-Backed Equity Firm
Under its new owner, the medical practice management software provider plans to accelerate development of new technologies. read more >
What’s In the Legislation to End the Federal Government Shutdown
What's in and out of the bipartisan deal drew sharp criticism and leaves few senators fully satisfied. read more >
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Oh, the Insanity! (Gwen Moritz Commentary)
COVID is never convenient, but trying to find a remedy without breaking the bank is just as frustrating. read more >
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UA Little Rock, Cadence Bank & Heartland Forward Announce Promotions (Movers & Shakers)
Education, health care and nonprofits are the highlight of this weeks Movers & Shakers. read more >
Worsening the Health Care Crisis (Editorial)
UAMS and other medical centers across the state could be in dire straits in the near future with the changes to the H-1B Visas. read more >
![Curtis Barnett is the president and CEO of Arkansas Blue Cross & Blue Shield. He’s navigating a funding crisis in the health care and insurance industries. [Karen E. Segrave]](https://arkansasbusiness.wppcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ARBusiness-Curtiss-Barnett-0040_opt-300x194.jpg)
Arkansas Blue Cross & Blue Shield Agrees to Partnership with Cambia
The affiliation aims to cut costs, expand innovation and strengthen stability amid rising health care expenses. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Arkansas Applies for $1B in Federal Rural Health Funding, Unveils Major Health Plan
The proposal targets workforce shortages, telehealth expansion, chronic disease management, medical education and emergency services modernization. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
Startups, Investors Convene at Onward FX Venture Capital Summit
More than 800 startups applied to attend the Onward FX summit in Little Rock last week, with 100 chosen to participate. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
Leading With Intention: A Blueprint for Workplace Wellness
Health doesn’t start and end at the gym or the doctor’s office. read more >
by Caitlan Butler -
Arkansas Blue Cross & Blue Shield Confirms Proposed Affiliation With Cambia
Oregon-based Cambia, which serves 3.6 million people, has pursued similar affiliations elsewhere to unify operations and share best practices. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Brandon Yoder Joins Arkansas Children’s as CFO
He follows Gena Wingfield, who is retiring after more than 40 years with the pediatric care system. read more >
Arvest Foundation Donates $93K to Central Arkansas Health Initiatives
Grants went to 12 organizations in the region. read more >
UAMS Gets $4M Grant to Reduce Maternal Mortality in Ashley and Union Counties
The Ashley County Medical Center in Crossett recently closed its labor and delivery unit, leaving women in the region with limited local access to obstetric care. read more >
Interim Chancellor Dr. C. Lowry Barnes on UAMS’ Financial Turnaround and Growth Strategy
While he has braced UAMS against the impact of tariffs and expiring tax credits, Barnes has also devised a plan to expand the medical institution instead of simply cutting costs. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Promotions & Hires at Stone Bank, Lexicon and CDI Contractors (Movers & Shakers)
Banking and construction are the industries in the spotlight of this weeks Movers & Shakers. read more >
Washington Regional to Assume Operations of Physicians’ Specialty Hospital in Fayetteville
The hospital will be renamed Washington Regional Physicians’ Specialty Hospital and will specialize in orthopedic, spine and other outpatient surgeries. read more >
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders Announces Appointments
The latest appointments bring new members to the state athletic and accounting boards. read more >
⌚ The Week’s Top Stories in 60 Seconds
Here are the top five stories that resonated most with Arkansas Business readers this week. read more >
A-State Receives Grant to Purchase $719K Advanced Research Instrument
The grant will cover the purchase and associated costs of a $719,800 highly sensitive analytical instrument that combines multiple techniques to identify compounds. read more >
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