Million-dollar shortage at Magdeburg University Hospital

Medical facilities - Million-dollar shortage at Magdeburg University Hospital

The University Hospital Magdeburg is predicted to experience a deficit amounting to about 47.6 million euros this year. The hospital's final financial report is currently being drafted, according to the Science Ministry's reply to a query sent by the "Magdeburger Volksstimme" news outlet.

Eva von Angern, head of the Left faction in the state parliament, stated on Wednesday that this deficit is concerning, especially with the background of the subpar administration at the University Clinic in recent times.

Numerous healthcare facilities are currently struggling with financial issues. They argue that their expenses are rising more quickly than the payments they receive from health insurance companies for treating patients. Furthermore, there has been a decrease in the number of patients compared to pre-pandemic levels.

In April, the state government announced its plan to construct a new central facility at the University Hospital Magdeburg, with an estimated cost of approximately one billion euros. Funding is also being allocated for upgrades at the University Hospital Halle in the near future. Last year, the deficit at the latter hospital amounted to 16.8 million euros.

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1. Despite the predicted million-dollar shortfall of approximately 47.6 million euros at Saxony-Anhalt's University Hospital Magdeburg this year, the state government announced plans to construct a new central facility at the hospital for around one billion euros.
2. The annual financial statements of University Hospitals, including University Hospital Magdeburg, often reveal significant deficits, as healthcare facilities nationwide grapple with rising expenses and decreased patient numbers following the pandemic.
3. In a response to concerns about the financial situation at the University Clinic, Eva von Angern, head of the Left faction in the state parliament, mentioned that the looming deficit at the University Hospital Magdeburg is particularly concerning given its past administrative challenges.
4. The Saarland Parliament is currently scrutinizing the University Hospital Magdeburg's annual financial statements, noting the difference between its revenues and expenses, and seeking potential ways to address the notable shortfall in its budget.

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