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SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Thomas Health System said it has entered into a management and clinical affiliation agreement with the West Virginia University Health System. In addition, South Charleston-based Thomas Health said Wednesday that President and CEO Dan Lauffer announced his retirement.
Thomas Health, a hospital in Charleston, announced its affiliation with WVU Medicine Wednesday. The two will partner in managing the hospital and providing clinical services.
Thomas Health emerged from bankruptcy protection in 2020. Its board chair said partnerships are necessary for small systems to survive currently.
CHARLESTON, W.Va.— Counties and municipalities that still receive health insurance coverage for their employees through the West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency may face a rise in premiums if Senate Bill 574 is passed during the 2022 legislative session. This would ultimately raise the PEIA reimbursement rates paid to hospitals in a“ take one...
CHARLESTON — After nearly five hours of questions, debate and discussion, the West Virginia House Committee on Health and Human Resources voted down a bill Tuesday that aimed to eliminate