This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
State hospital cuts prompt possible patient exodus over Medicaid gaps
Senate hearing on Medicaid cuts reveals hospital revenue losses of millions. Memorial Hospital of Carbondale faces potential patient migration to St Louis as care quality concerns rise. Illinois Hospital Association cites cigarette tax hike and casino taxes as needed revenue. Executives warn rural facilities may close or lose affiliation contracts, affecting training, staffing, and regional access to care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memorial Hospital
Maroney
St. Louis
Senate Appropriations Committee
George H. Ryan
Kenneth C. Robbins
Illinois Hospital Association
Robbins
Memorial Hospital of
Carbondale
J. Bradley Burzynski
R-Sycamore
Southern Illinois Healthcare
Memorial of Carbondale
St. Joseph’s Hospital
Murphysboro
Herrin Hospital
Umwa Union Hospital
West Frankfort
Eldorado
Franklin Hospital
Benton
Burzynski
Springfield
Southern Illinois University Medical School
Memorial Medical Center
St. John’s Hospital
Leann Chilton
BUC HealthCare
BJC
Clay County
Fayette County
Alton Memorial Hospitals
Illinois
Christian
Barnes-Jewish
Children’s Hospitals
Chilton
St. Louis Children’s Hospital