Harvey could financially hurt struggling Houston hospitals

The storm has forced hospitals to cancel surgeries, evacuate patients and contend with food and supply shortages


Tropical Storm Harvey is expected to financially hobble many already strained Texas medical centers, according to an article on the Fox Business website.

The storm has forced hospitals to cancel surgeries, evacuate patients and contend with food and supply shortages. 

Even bigger challenges are expected in coming months when people who have lost homes and jobs avoid medical treatment or seek charitable care.

"A lot of hospitals already were burdened by uncompensated care...they were already struggling, and this will make things much harder,"  Vivian Ho, a healthcare economist at Rice University, said in the article.

Read the article.

 

 



September 5, 2017


Topic Area: Maintenance and Operations


Recent Posts

Griffin Health Improves Patient Safety and Prevents HAIs with Electronic Hand Hygiene System

Case study: The system is used in all patient units, including the emergency department and ambulatory services.


Virginia Hospital Goes into Lockdown Following Admission of Shooting Victim

The hospital followed standard protocol by restricting access to ensure safety.


Ground Broken on Adena Fayette Medical Center

The 65,000-square-foot facility is slated to open in 2027.


University of Mississippi Medical Center Acquires Merit Health Madison

Merit Health Madison will now operate under the name UMMC Madison.


Preventing Slips and Falls in Hospitals

Flooring type, matting and cleaning programs all contribute to safer facilities.


 
 


FREE Newsletter Signup Form

News & Updates | Webcast Alerts
Building Technologies | & More!

 
 
 


All fields are required. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

 
 
 
 

Healthcare Facilities Today membership includes free email newsletters from our facility-industry brands.

Facebook   Twitter   LinkedIn   Posts

Copyright © 2023 TradePress. All rights reserved.