Grand Forks-based Altru Health System agreed to acquire three CHI St. Alexius hospitals in North Dakota from CommonSpirit Health.
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November 3, 2026
Cramer Urges Phased Medicaid Changes for North DakotaSenator Kevin Cramer asks federal health officials to partner with North Dakota on a gradual transition to new Medicaid expansion payment rules.
October 29, 2026
North Dakota Orders PBMs to Secure LicensesThe North Dakota Insurance Commissioner issued notices to 25 firms operating in the state without required licensure.
October 23, 2026
North Dakota Submits Rural Health Funding PlansThe state has officially filed its year one allocation strategy for the federal Rural Health Transformation Program.
October 23, 2026
North Dakota Wins Award for Medicaid Purchasing ProgramThe National Association of Medicaid Directors recognized North Dakota for its performance-based hospital incentive program.
October 20, 2026
Fedorchak Seeks Extension for Rural Health ProgramThe proposed legislation aims to continue critical healthcare flexibilities in rural North Dakota for another five years.
October 6, 2026
North Dakota Rural Hospital Network Improved CareA state-funded collaborative of 23 independent hospitals has boosted preventive screenings and reduced costly readmissions.
September 28, 2026
North Dakota Issued Stop Order for Investment FirmThe state insurance commissioner moved to halt unlicensed investment solicitations by WoundScribe AI Corp.
September 24, 2026
Rural Hospital Project Extension Bill IntroducedFederal legislation aims to keep rural health facilities open by extending a key Medicare pilot program.
