Supply Chain Pulse — 2026-08-18
Supply Chain Pulse — 2026-08-18
Here are today's top healthcare supply chain stories.
Blank sailings curb ocean capacity gains
The uneven growth may lead to longer lead times, reduced schedule reliability, Pete Mento, a director at Baker Tilly’s global trade management services, said.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
BNSF adds faster intermodal service in the Southwest
The Phoenix-to-Dallas-Fort Worth route is over three days long and will run six days a week due to increased shipper demand.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Tyson to close more beef plants amid cattle shortage
The meat giant will sell or end operations at three facilities and lay off at least 2,500 workers as the company struggles to overcome heavy losses.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
What the Medicare Advantage rebound signals for 2027
Major Medicare Advantage insurers' recovery accelerated in the second quarter after companies posted lower medical costs than expected.
How hospitals cut costs, boost revenue as uncompensated care rises
The 2026 Modern Healthcare Hospital Systems Survey shows hospitals are preparing for an increase in uncompensated care amid federal policy changes.
How Hippocratic AI navigates the limits of clinical AI
CEO Munjal Shah explains why the AI company is sticking to non-diagnostic clinical work, like chronic disease management.
Aetna cuts Medicare Advantage commissions for 2027 sales
Medicare Advantage carriers continue to take a cautious approach to enrollment amid high costs.
Hospital prepayment requirements add new hurdles for patients
Hospitals and other providers are increasingly asking for upfront payments as rising insurance deductibles push more medical costs onto patients.
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