WakeMed Atrium Deal Revisions Explained | Durham News

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WakeMed and Atrium Health’s deal just got a major overhaul—with Atrium pledging $2 billion over 15 years, WakeMed boosting its indigent care commitment to 8% of revenue, and new limits on medical debt collection like no wage garnishment or liens. Critics blast the rushed, closed-door negotiations, calling for transparency as county commissioners vote Monday. The revised plan also adds $150 million for community health programs and tweaks board appointment rules, all set to take effect soon.

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