The Healthcare Performance Trends Report combines analyses of financial, operational, and claims data from healthcare organizations across the country.
Key findings from our Q3 2024 report include:
- Bariatric surgeries and associated hospital margins declined in recent years as the use of weight loss medications has increased.
- Hourly pay for hospital employees continues to rise as organizations seek to recruit and retain qualified healthcare professionals, with year-over-year increases as high as 8.1% for select roles.
- The median health system operating margin narrowed for a third consecutive month, decreasing from a 12-month high of 2.3% in May and June to 1.6% in September.