ALSO NOTED: FL bill would require hospital price disclosure; Medical property firm investing in physician groups; and much more

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:59:50 -0400

> Florida is considering a bill that would require hospitals to provide pricing information for 150 of the most commonly-performed medical procedures. The information would be posted on a state web site. Article

> A medical property investment firm has formed a division focused on striking financial partnerships with medical groups across the country. Article

> Hospitals across the U.S. continue to flee the auction-rate bond market, including these Detroit-area facilities. Article

> Birmingham, AL-based Medical Properties Trust has completed the acquisition of 10 hospitals and wellness centers. Article

And Finally... Monkey see, monkey...gets eye surgery. Article