Jeff Lagasse
As many as 13% predict closure within the next month, and 20% have already had temporary closures, the survey found.
While volume and revenues plummeted to historic levels, expenses remained nearly flat, putting pressure on hospitals as the coronavirus spreads.
Anecdotal evidence suggests the psychological toll of being on the front lines may lead to an uptick in mental health disorders.
Avoiding bulk ordering in favor of smaller and more frequent shipments can save hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Reports of severe illness among children are mounting, requiring more urgent research into susceptibility and possible treatments.
While it hasn't yet been tested in humans, its ability to target multiple coronaviruses shows early promise.
Many have but back on healthcare visits or are planning to do so, and a substantial number are considering curbing medication spending.
Hydroxychloroquine can reduce inflammation, pain and swelling, but mild to moderate COVID patients showed more adverse events when treated with it.
The stimulus and emergency response funding will blunt some of the losses, but hospitals won't be fully compensated, Moody's found.
Reimbursement levels will go back to pre-coronavirus levels when the pandemic ends, but Congress may be pressured to make lasting change.