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Governor Probes WakeMed Merger Details | Durham News
Governor Stein’s office is probing WakeMed’s proposed Atrium merger, demanding transparency on control, pricing, indigent care, and investment. With a public hearing drawing hundreds of voices and a potential September vote on governance changes, the deal’s future hangs in the balance. While WakeMed touts $2 billion in investment and 3,000 new jobs, critics question who really runs the show—and whether patients will pay more or get less care. The governor’s letter echoes long-standing concerns: Will local control be real? Can costs stay stable? And will safety-net services survive? Listen in…
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