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Analysis and Planning for South Carolina

Updated weekly as healthcare news develops.



November 15, 2011

News for November 7 - November 15 2011

In the News

Driving Physician Employment - According to Health Leaders Media, (14November2011), "Physician practices nationwide are embracing employment at the hospitals and health systems they once eschewed. Bon Secours St. Francis currently employs 225 of the 650 physicians who work on site." TO READ MORE, CLICK HERE.

Upfit creates fresh look for USC med school - According to GreenvilleOnline.com, (12November2011), "The University of South Carolina School of Medicine-Greenville, $39.5 million upfit will include a virtual lab, high-tech network communications and a Wi-Fi accessible plaza along with the lecture halls and lounge." TO READ MORE, CLICK HERE.

BlueCross of SC to hire 500 people - According to WBTV.com,(12November2011), "BlueCross says it needs to hire registered nurses, accountants, auditors, accounting clerks and others due to new and expanding contracts in the government programs and private insurance divisions." TO READ MORE, CLICK HERE.