The latest Arnold Ventures-backed report from Third Way uses flawed tools and data to push a false narrative about the critical role hospitals and health systems play for the patients and communities they serve, according to an AHA blog published Aug. 16. “Part of this strategy includes pumping more than $100 million into think tanks, academics, public speaking sponsorships, political activities and the like, as well as encouraging these advocates to drive a wedge between different hospitals to advance their policy agenda at the state and national levels,” the blog states. “And yet, hospitals stand together because every hospital recognizes that their 24/7 existence is essential to the health and well-being of the communities they serve. This is particularly important for hospitals because they are the only part of the health care system with this existential responsibility.” READ MORE

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