Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, IA · Health
hometowncurrent.com
Independent pharmacies are at the heart of communities
I recently hosted a roundtable in Waterloo with Senator Chuck Grassley, and of course Mrs. G, to hear from independent pharmacists on the unfair practices pharmacy benefit managers, commonly known as PBMs, are trying to get away with. Independent pharmacies are at the heart of our communities, especially in rural...
951thebull.com
“Welcome to Medicare” Seminar Offered at Floyd County Medical Center
Floyd County Medical Center (FCMC) will present a “Welcome to Medicare” Seminar later this month. FCMC says if you’re going to be eligible for Medicare in the near future, have been on Medicare for a while and want to better understand what it offers, or have a family member you help with Medicare issues, you’re encouraged to attend. SHIIP counselors can answer questions during the two-hour seminar from 6:30 – 8:30 PM Thursday, September 24th in the hospital’s Veteran’s Room.
cbs2iowa.com
New study finds elevated nitrate levels in Eastern Iowa tap water
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — An independent study of tap water in five eastern Iowa communities found nitrate levels below the federal limit but above a threshold researchers say could pose health risks with long-term exposure. The study examined water in Waterloo, Cedar Falls, Waverly, Hudson and Cedar Rapids. Researchers...
Western Iowa Today
Two Iowa nursing homes added to list of the nation’s worst care facilities
(Iowa Capital Dispatch – Clark Kauffman) The federal government has added two Iowa nursing homes to its list of the worst care facilities in the nation. Oakland Manor in Pottawattamie County and Harmony House Health Care Center in Waterloo have been added to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ nationwide list of care facilities that are eligible for special-focus status, indicating a history of serious, recurring resident-care issues.
KIMT
Mason City hospital adds 2 midwives to expand women's care
MASON CITY, Iowa — MercyOne North Iowa has added two certified nurse midwives to its team to expand prenatal and postnatal care access. Midwives work alongside physicians to support women through prenatal care, childbirth, postpartum and routine gynecologic care. The expansion allows the hospital to meet growing demand for midwifery services in the area.
midwestmedicaledition.com
Regional Medical Center Earns 5-Star Patient Rating Distinction
Regional Medical Center (RMC) in Manchester has been recognized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) with a 5-star rating in the overall hospital category on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey. Recently highlighted in a national report by Becker’s Hospital Review, RMC...
b1031.com
CG Public Health Urges Mason City Residents to Check MMR Status Amid Iowa Measles Outbreak
MASON CITY, Iowa — CG Public Health is urging North Iowa residents to check their measles, mumps and rubella vaccination records after confirmed measles cases and active transmission were reported in Iowa. The agency also is encouraging parents of infants and young children to talk with their child’s health...
KCRG.com
951thebull.com
FCMC Acknowledges Frustration of Patients in Discontinuation of Midwifery Program
It was three weeks ago that Floyd County Medical Center (FCMC) discontinued its midwifery pregnancy and birthing program. Marketing Director Makenzie McNeill says hospital leaders acknowledge the move, made effective immediately, caught many patients off guard. She says it was unfortunate timing, but when the decision was made, they needed to inform affected staff first.
The Associated Press
VGM Group Opinion Editorial: Third-Party Administrators: A Short-Term Fix That Creates Long-Term Healthcare Problems
WATERLOO, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 20, 2026-- The following is an opinion editorial provided by Ike Isaacson, SVP Government & Regulatory Relations, VGM Group: This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260820941759/en/ Mike “Ike” Isaacson, SVP Government & Regulatory Relations, VGM Group Across the country, more states and health plans are turning to third-party administrators (TPAs) to manage durable medical equipment and other healthcare services. While these arrangements are often promoted as cost-containment solutions, they represent a short-sighted response to a much deeper challenge facing our healthcare system. The promise is simple: reduce costs through centralized contracting and network management. The reality, however, is far more troubling. What may appear to be a financial win on paper risks creating a cascade of unintended consequences that will ultimately harm patients, providers, manufacturers, and the healthcare system as a whole. The first casualties are often the local providers that have spent decades serving their communities. Across the country, suppliers are finding their contracts canceled or they are seeing their reimbursement reduced to rates that don’t cover their cost of goods, despite years—sometimes generations—of caring for patients in their hometowns. These are the providers who know their patients by name, respond after
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NICC Manchester Center Celebrates New Location
The NICC Manchester Center celebrated its new location with a ribbon cutting and open house on Wednesday evening. For the past decade and a half, the NICC Manchester Center has operated out of the Dupaco Community Credit Union facility along West Main Street in Mancheseter. The new location at 408 East Clara Avenue is centrally located near the West Delaware High School’s campus, making it easier for students to access classes and training. This move marks the beginning of a new chapter in community-focused education, made possible through a strategic partnership with NICC, the West Delaware County Community School District and the City of Manchester.
midwestmedicaledition.com
Waverly Health Center Adds $146.1M to Community, Local Economy
New data released as part of the Iowa Hospital Association's (IHA) annual community benefit and economic impact report highlights the vital role hospitals play not only in providing care, but also in strengthening local economies and supporting healthier communities. In 2025, Waverly Health Center (WHC) provided more than $2.5 million...