Steward Healthcare, the embattled owner of multiple hospital systems in Massachusetts, has announced the closure of two of its facilities, Nashoba and Carney Hospitals.
Nashoba Hospital has provided healthcare to the Nashoba Valley for generations. The Governor's office stated that plans are in place to assist patients who are using these hospitals to transition their care to other facilities. Those who infrequently use the facility will need to plan to use other local hospitals such as Emerson, Leominster, or St Joe's in the future.
The closure comes as no surprise to many local residents who have listened to the news and rumors for many months. Many patients and healthcare providers had already moved on.
The loss of Nashoba Valley Medical Center will be felt by locals for both their healthcare and employment.
The financial outlook for healthcare has been dim in the healthcare industry. Hospital systems have been consolidating and regionalizing for many years. The business side of healthcare has been impacted by low insurance reimbursements and the need to keep healthcare affordable. Patients in rural areas have been traveling farther and farther for their healthcare needs.
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