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Healthcare organizations can’t afford to view the physician enterprise as a margin drag anymore — it’s a strategic engine for growth. New data shows that rising costs and access challenges are putting pressure on performance, even as patient demand continues to grow. Leading health systems are rethinking their approach, using smarter, data-informed strategies to expand access, strengthen margins and support long-term growth. Read how leaders are reimagining the physician enterprise for 2026: premierinc.com/newsroom/blog/…

Drug shortages are no longer episodic challenges — they’re a defining issue for healthcare leadership. In 2026, persistent shortages continue to threaten patient safety, strain clinical decision making and expose vulnerabilities across the pharmaceutical supply chain. Reaction alone isn’t enough. The health systems best positioned for the future are shifting from reactive management to strategic resilience — using predictive intelligence, commitment based purchasing and proactive continuity planning to anticipate disruption before it reaches the bedside. Read the full article to explore why ending drug shortages must be pharmacy’s strategic priority in 2026: enddrugshortages.com/membernews.html

“It’s that combination of intelligence, expertise and shared purpose within PAS that truly sets this team apart." We’re proud to spotlight Katharine Daniels, Senior Director of Business Operations, Premier Applied Sciences, whose words perfectly capture what makes this team different — unmatched expertise paired with a deep passion for impact. At Premier Applied Sciences, it’s not just about doing the work well — it’s about understanding why the work matters. Learn more: offers.premierinc.com/meet-the-exper…

With Stanson Health’s CodingGuide, @CHRISTUSHealth helps providers stay focused on patient care while improving risk adjustment accuracy. Watch our on-demand webinar, “Beyond HCC Alerts – How CHRISTUS Health Achieved Adoption and Accuracy,” to learn how clinical teams drove provider adoption, improved documentation accuracy and scaled impact across the enterprise: offers.premierinc.com/how-christus-h…

Health systems are entering a payer reckoning in 2026. For years, many organizations pursued a “cover-all-bases” contracting strategy with insurers. But, rising administrative costs, complex payer requirements and shrinking margins are forcing leaders to rethink that approach. The reality: chasing every payer relationship can dilute financial performance and strain operations. Forward-thinking health systems are shifting strategies — using data and analytics to evaluate payer performance, reduce administrative friction and build partnerships that truly support sustainable care delivery. 💡The takeaway: In today’s environment, strategic payer alignment beats blanket coverage. Read more: premierinc.com/newsroom/blog/…

Supply chain leaders are being asked to deliver real, measurable impact — fast. In this @modrnhealthcr webinar, leaders from @UHhospitals share how they elevated supply chain into executive governance, partnered more effectively with clinicians and used analytics and AI to sustain savings — without compromising care. The result: $8M in sustained annual savings from smarter, data‑driven clinical workflows. Register now: event.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?…

What’s next for healthcare transformation? It’s not just about what’s worked — it’s about scaling it. Premier collaboratives are helping organizations achieve measurable savings through value-based care while strengthening public health. Now, the focus is on expanding that impact and building the next generation of collaboratives. ▶️ Learn more about how strategic collaboratives are redefining healthcare performance improvement: modernhealthcare.com/content-studio…

Women’s History Month is a reminder of the incredible impact women have across every field and in every community. We’re especially grateful for the women in healthcare who show up with care, strength and tenacity every day. Here’s to the women who lead, heal and uplift us all. #OnePremier

The future of healthcare isn’t hospital-centered — it’s community-integrated. According to Premier's 2026 trends report, health systems that partner with local health departments reduce ED utilization, improve chronic disease outcomes and perform better under value-based contracts. As prevention, early intervention and social drivers of health take center stage, collaboration isn’t optional — it’s a growth strategy. In 2026, the smartest financial play isn’t cutting. It’s collaborating. Read more: premierinc.com/newsroom/blog/…

Tampa General Hospital (TGH) recognized that traditional documentation and hierarchical condition category (HCC) coding workflows could not fully capture the complexity of their high-acuity patient population. By implementing Premier’s Stanson Health CodingGuide, TGH embedded real-time, patient-centered insights directly into their Epic workflows — and the results have been transformative. Read more: premierinc.com/newsroom/succe… @TGHCares

We are pleased to announce that the Oklahoma Hospital Association (OHA) has joined Premier's growing network of healthcare partners dedicated to advancing operational efficiency, financial sustainability and access to high-quality care. “Premier is proud to partner with OHA to drive meaningful, lasting improvements for Oklahoma’s hospitals. Together, we’re advancing data-driven strategies that help hospitals navigate economic headwinds, stabilize operations and enhance care delivery for the communities they serve.” - Bruce Radcliff, President of Supply Chain Services at Premier Together, Premier and OHA will focus on supporting Oklahoma’s acute healthcare providers — particularly those serving rural and underserved communities — in addressing financial strain, workforce shortages and the transition to managed Medicaid and value-based care models. Read more: premierinc.com/newsroom/blog/… @ohaconnect

Hospitals and health systems are under pressure to improve community health — while facing growing financial strain. Yet one of their most powerful partners is often underutilized: local health departments (LHDs). Stronger alignment could mean healthier, more resilient communities. Read more: offers.premierinc.com/communityhealt…

AI is no longer a healthcare experiment - it’s becoming the operating system. With 71% of U.S. hospitals using AI, the real challenge now is moving from pilots to impact. Fragmented data, weak governance and siloed use cases are holding many systems back. In 2026, leaders will win by building AI‑ready data foundations, strong governance and a use‑case‑first strategy that delivers real clinical and operational value. 💡 The future of healthcare AI isn’t about moving faster, it’s about moving smarter. Read more: premierinc.com/newsroom/blog/…

Improving financial performance in today’s complex care environment takes more than quick fixes - it requires enterprise-wide, data-driven, and sustainable transformation. But what does that look like in practice? Premier’s financial transformation advisory experts start with trusted relationships, then help leaders drive structural change that delivers measurable results. In this e-book, follow two CEOs as they navigate the three core pillars of financial transformation. Download to explore proven strategies that boost margins, elevate the patient experience and strengthen your health system’s impact in the community: offers.premierinc.com/financial-tran…

University Hospitals is proving supply chain savings through executive governance, zero-waste execution and real AI use cases — not theory. Join us for a peer-led @modrnhealthcr webinar designed for supply chain leaders facing CFO-level accountability. Register here: event.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?… @UHhospitals

Premier is collaborating with @medliveofficial to promote a 4-part #CME series designed to help clinicians deliver guideline-based care for patients with moderate to severe asthma: 🔹 Module 1: Proactive management to reduce exacerbations 🔹 Modules 2 & 3: Case-based learning to improve clinical decision-making and biologic treatment selection 🔹 Module 4: Best practices for ER-to-clinic care transition and patient retention All modules are led by experts in pulmonology, allergy, emergency medicine and community health. Learn more: medlive.com/hcp/show/25-05…

Healthcare supply chains are under more pressure than ever. At @UHhospitals (UH), supply chain has evolved into an enterprise strategy focused on governance, analytics, clinical collaboration and resiliency. Here are seven ways UH is putting that approach into action, with support from Premier: premierinc.com/newsroom/blog/…

2026 will be a pivotal year for hospitals and health systems. Economic pressure, consumer expectations and rapid tech adoption are forcing leaders to rethink how care is delivered, experienced and sustained. A new Premier report outlines the defining forces reshaping healthcare — and where bold strategy can create real advantage. Get a preview of what’s ahead and see how leading organizations are preparing for the next chapter. ➡️ Read more: premierinc.com/newsroom/blog/…

Premier today launched a major, multi-year strategic initiative to build the intelligent healthcare supply chain of the future. We’re thrilled to partner with @PalantirTech, @Microsoft and @databricks to integrate advanced cloud, data, analytics and AI capabilities across our platform. Together, we’re transforming real-time decision intelligence, strengthening supply chain resilience, and helping healthcare organizations improve margins and outcomes. The future of a smarter, more connected healthcare supply chain starts now. Read the full announcement: premierinc.com/newsroom/press…

This February, join us in honoring Black History Month. At Premier, this month and year-round, we remain committed to inclusivity, encouraging thoughtful conversations and reinforcing our commitment to improving the health of communities for all. By valuing diverse perspectives - both past and present - we continue to build a stronger, healthier tomorrow together.