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March 18, 2013 — Researchers have long surmised that management techniques successful in manufacturing and technology sectors may improve health care quality. However, there has been very little evidence about how these practices are disseminated in hospitals and whether they are associated with better performance.

Data Shines a Spotlight on Hospital Price Trends for Specific Procedures and in States and Metropolitan Areas

March 18, 2013 — St. Charles Health System, Desert Orthopedics and The Center, have entered into a service line agreement that will provide greater collaboration between medical providers and streamline care for orthopedic patients in Central Oregon.

The House Revenue Committee heard two cigarette tax measures last week — one raising the cigarette tax by $1 to $2.18, the other opening the door for Oregon counties to enact their own taxes