Under financial pressure, Brown University Health mum on Newport Hospital birthing center

By: Nancy Lavin

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: August 21, 2026

Words: 1,561

Last Updated: 1 month, 4 weeks ago

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Brown University Health is back in the black, but its financial forecast remains grim as costs associated with uncompensated care, insurance denials and federal Medicaid restrictions take hold.

“If you’re sitting at zero, you’re not where you need to be,” Peter Markell, executive vice president and chief financial officer, said during a virtual call with reporters Thursday.

A $23.4 million third-quarter profit is a significant improvement after two consecutive quarters of operating losses. …

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