Allina launches new cancer institute to streamline patient care

[Star Tribune, October 28, 2021] Allina Health System has invested $50 million to launch a new cancer center, hiring more than 15 oncologists and adding or renovating spaces at three metro hospitals.

The Allina Health Cancer Institute will bring more cancer services in-house to streamline care for patients who otherwise must traverse multiple locations for their services and appointments, the Minneapolis-based health system announced this month.

It also helps Allina better manage cancer costs, officials say, and work within bundled payment rates from health insurance companies.

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