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Johns Hopkins All Children’s outlines capacity strains and $34 million facility hardening plan
Summary
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital told the St. Petersburg City Council its 259‑bed campus has been near capacity, that more than 60% of patients are on Medicaid, and that it seeks roughly $34 million to harden campus infrastructure after hurricane damage; the hospital described outreach, research and workforce programs tied to the request.
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital leaders presented an update to the St. Petersburg City Council, saying the hospital’s 259‑bed St. Pete campus has been operating near capacity and that the system is expanding outpatient and regional services.
Hospital representatives highlighted financial and operational pressures tied to a high share of Medicaid patients. "Over 60% of our patients are on Medicaid," one presenter said, noting Medicaid typically pays less than commercial rates and that the…
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