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At Penn, the Health System fuels billions in revenue
3+ hour, 31+ min ago (676+ words) Penn's schools, programs, and centers run on billions in revenue each year, most of it thanks to the University of Pennsylvania Health System. Last year, Penn raked in over $17. 3 billion in total revenue, and the Health System was responsible for…...
Amid calls for reform, Penn experts discuss effects of private equity funding in healthcare
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (1125+ words) In the past few years, several Philadelphia-area hospitals have shut down after being acquired by private equity firms." Critics of private equity have long argued that firms prioritize financial success over factors such as patient care and worker stability. Amid…...
A guide to navigating health insurance options at Penn
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (835+ words) Penn provides several options for student health insurance, along with resources outlining how to access care on campus. Despite the range of resources, many students struggle to navigate the complexities of the health insurance system. The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with…...
Penn's Leonard Davis Institute hosts panel on Trump administration's new drug pricing policies
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (643+ words) Penn's Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics hosted a panel on Jan. 16 to discuss the implications of the Trump administration's drug pricing initiatives. The event hosted four panelists who discussed drug pricing provisions set forth by the White House. Moderated…...