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HACKENSACK, NJ — In a landmark recognition, Hackensack University Medical Center at Hackensack Meridian Health has been named the #1 hospital in the New York/New Jersey Metro area and one of the Top 20 hospitals nationwide in the 2025–2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals Honor Roll. It is the first hospital in New Jersey ever to receive a Top 20 national ranking.
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Hackensack NJ, two of New Jersey’s largest healthcare organizations, Hackensack Meridian Health and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, have reached a multi-year contract agreement, resolving a dispute that could have disrupted healthcare access for millions of residents.
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Hackensack NJ, amid growing concerns over avian influenza (H5N1), live bird markets in New York City and surrounding counties have been temporarily shut down following the detection of the virus.
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Hackensack NJ, as part of its ongoing efforts to expand medical services outside the hospital setting, Hackensack Meridian Health has signed a lease for 8,122 square feet of space at 360 Essex Street in Hackensack.
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Hackensack NJ, a looming contract dispute between New Jersey’s largest health insurer and the state’s largest hospital network could leave thousands of patients in limbo this summer.
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon) and Hackensack Meridian Health have four months to negotiate a new agreement, as current coverage remains in place. However, with both sides standing firm, a resolution seems uncertain.
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Ridgewood NJ, Shoveling snow might seem like a routine winter task, but according to Hackensack Meridian Health it can pose serious health risks, especially for those with underlying medical conditions or limited physical fitness. Follow these expert tips to stay safe while clearing your driveway or sidewalks.
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Hackensack Nj, Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey’s largest and most comprehensive health network, is partnering with Medically Home Group Inc. (Medically Home) to launch Hospital From Home, a program that provides hospital-level care to patients from the comfort of their home.
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Hackensack NJ, in the wake of a landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision that overturned the “Chevron Doctrine,” Hackensack Meridian Health wasted no time in taking legal action against federal regulators. The health network, which operates 18 hospitals across New Jersey, has filed a lawsuit against the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), claiming that faulty reimbursement calculations have cost three of its hospitals nearly $600,000.
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Hackensack NJ,officials at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center announced today that complications following prostate surgery have kept Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin hospitalized since New Year’s Day.
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Hackensack NJ, Spending excessive time with your phone in hand, eyes constantly fixed on the screen, might be an indication of overindulgence in your social media feeds. While many believe that maintaining connections with friends through social media can have positive effects, the reality is that prolonged use of these platforms may elevate the risk of depression and anxiety.
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Wyckoff NJ, Wyckoff State Farm Insurance Agent Tammy Felton, and Hackensack Meridian Health generously donated bicycle helmets to students at Washington School. The helmets were raffled off during the annual bicycle safety program held on May 25th. This program is a joint effort by the Washington School PTO and the Wyckoff Police Department to educate the students about safety while operating a bicycle. During the program, the students are instructed on the rules of the road and laws covering bicycle riding. Officers ensure that the student’s helmets are properly fitted and oversee a confidence course that the students navigate on their bicycles. The day was a great success, and the students learned valuable skills. Many thanks to State Farm Insurance, Tammy Felton, Hackensack Meridian Health, Washington School PTO, and the Wyckoff Board of Education for helping to keep our students safe.
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Englewood NJ, claiming the merger would hurt consumers, a federal appeals court on Tuesday blocked the proposed merger of Englewood Health and Hackensack Meridian Health. The court said ,”consumers would likely be disadvantaged because Englewood would no longer have an incentive to outperform HUMC” .
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Paramus NJ, Hackensack Meridian Health opened the vaccination site at the former Lord & Taylor store off Route 17 in the Fashion Center. The new COVID-19 vaccine megasite opened in Paramus on Wednesday.
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Hackensack NJ, As of December 28, 2021, all visitors to inpatient units at Hackensack Meridian Health must show proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID PCR or antigen test result (within 72 hours). Home tests will not be accepted as they cannot be validated. Special exceptions will be made for end-of-life care, labor & delivery, emergency room care, pediatrics and other circumstances.
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Edison NJ, Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey’s largest and most comprehensive health network, is pleased to announce that retired New York Giants Quarterback, two-time Super Bowl Champion & Super Bowl MVP and 2016 Walter Payton Man of the Year, Eli Manning, has become a member of the Hackensack Meridian Health Board of Trustees.