Healthcare in Virginia runs on hospital systems, pharmaceutical companies, insurance carriers and device makers, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting includes regulatory decisions, corporate moves and changes in access across the state.
The third-quarter loss followed a charge-off tied to a single borrower as the bank prepares to merge with HomeTrust Bancshares.
Live Poll
Do you trust that bank mergers usually end up good for their customers?
November 3, 2026
Sentara, Aetna Expand Partnership to Virginia MembersThe expanded agreement gives Aetna Medicare Advantage and Medicaid members access to Sentara's providers, hospitals, and care sites across its system.
October 27, 2026
Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Claims Against UTHealth LeaderA judge threw out all remaining allegations against Dr. Melina Kibbe regarding her former tenure at the University of Virginia.
October 26, 2026
Virginia Commission Receives $11.8 Million for Rural HealthThe federal funding aims to expand healthcare access across 11 rural counties in the state.
October 26, 2026
Sentara Healthcare Deploys AI Across All HospitalsThe health system is integrating new software to streamline patient monitoring and discharge planning at 12 facilities.
October 21, 2026
Lawmakers Rally at Dulles Against Health Care CutsU.S. representatives and union workers gathered at Dulles airport to oppose proposed Medicaid and tax credit reductions.
October 20, 2026
SpecialtyCare Sues Anthem for $2.5 Million in Unpaid ClaimsThe medical provider group alleges Anthem failed to pay thousands of independent dispute resolution awards.
October 16, 2026
Anthem and Sentara to Negotiate Contract RenewalsThe health insurance providers aim to reach a new agreement by December 31 to prevent coverage disruptions in Virginia.
October 13, 2026
Virginia Health Care Foundation Awarded Rural GrantsThe state foundation distributed nearly $4 million to support technological upgrades for healthcare providers in rural regions.
October 12, 2026
Investor Purchased Four Virginia Nursing HomesA New York-based buyer acquired four facilities for $165.2 million in transactions finalized through September 2026.
October 5, 2026
Sentara Health and Anthem Ended Contract NegotiationsThe health system will become out-of-network for several insurance plans starting in January.
Day to day, that means mergers, executive leadership shifts, insurance rate adjustments and clinical expansion. Reporting extends from the capital to the rural counties, reaching both urban medical centers and independent practices. Regional network consolidation creates a distinct pattern of fewer, larger hospital systems that influence service availability. Regulatory oversight and the balance between private insurance markets and public health support remain the most frequent drivers of state policy updates.
