Industry News – February 2026
Every month, we find the most relevant news and opinions from the industry and publish them to the MGIS blog. Scroll to the bottom of the page to subscribe to the MGIS Sales Guide to make sure you never miss these updates.
Hospitals Struggle as Clinical-Financial Gap Widens

Becker’s Hospital Review– Growing payer oversight, prior authorization, and reimbursement rules are shifting care decisions away from physicians and straining hospital finances.
What Medical Practices Need to Know About the Private Equity Resurgence

Medical Economics – Private equity interest in medical practices is rebounding with a new focus on operational excellence over scale.
Sedgwick Releases Workforce Absence and Disability Trends

P.R. Newswire – HR leaders are advised to navigate shifting federal and state regulations, expanding paid leave programs, and emerging technologies to stay compliant, optimize workforce well-being, and proactively manage disability and leave risks.
8 Health Systems Finding Success With Physician Recruitment

AMA Newswire – U.S. health systems are tackling physician shortages and burnout through mentorship, leadership development, well-being programs, flexible work models, and community engagement.