Gov. Bill Haslam on Thursday signed legislation overhauling the Erlanger Board of Trustees, his office said. The legislation introduced by Hamilton County lawmakers whittles the board from 12 to 9 members and makes the board self-perpetuating, instead of requiring political appointments.
Erlanger's new CEO Kevin Spiegel will make a $680,000 salary and receive a $50,000 sign on bonus, according to the contract approved by the hospital's Board of Trustees tonight.
CHAMBER SUPPORTS MEDICAID EXPANSION
A new survey of insured Tennesseans shows a majority want the state to accept federal dollars to expand TennCare coverage.
A new survey of insured Tennesseans shows the majority of those polled want the state to accept federal dollars to expand TennCare coverage to more residents.
Before Monday's Budget and Finance meeting, the Erlanger board of trustees convened for a closed meeting.
Erlanger Health System ended January on solid financial footing, posting over a half million dollars in profits for the month.
Erlanger's CEO salaries have increased steadily over the last 20 years.
A community activist and former Erlanger employee called on Hamilton County commissioners to work against what he called "a catastrophe in the making," referencing recent actions by the hospital's board and proposed legislation to reform it.
Erlanger Health Systems has sued the Knoxville-based company hired to manage its Dodson Avenue and Southside community health centers, after the hospital claimed the company breached its contract, then opened a competing clinic in Chattanooga this month.
