Atrium Health

Atrium Health agreed to a $1.8 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit alleging it shared patient data via Meta Pixel on its website, allowing Facebook and Google to use the data for targeted ads. Atrium Health denied wrongdoing, and individuals with specific accounts between 2015 and 2024 can file claims until Sept. 28, with a final hearing on Sept. 30.

Leah Hixon was shot in the face by a stray bullet during the 2025 Fourth of July in Charlotte, sustaining severe injuries and ongoing emotional trauma. She and her partner, Natalie Mayo, now urge people to avoid reckless gun use, emphasizing that 'guns are not fireworks.' No arrests have been made in the case.

Atrium Health has settled a lawsuit related to its online portal for $1.8 million. Patients who had a MyAtriumHealth or MyCarolinas account between January 1, 2015, and April 10, 2024, are eligible for payouts.

Chris Bowe has been named president of Novant Health’s Charlotte region, bringing nearly 30 years of healthcare experience, including prior leadership roles at Atrium Health’s Greater Charlotte region. He previously served as president of Novant Health’s Triad market and began his career as a physical therapist.

The North Carolina Senate Healthcare Committee approved a hospital regulations bill that removed merger oversight provisions, which had been tied to the Atrium Health/WakeMed merger. Remaining provisions include whistleblower protections, non-compete clause restrictions, and nonprofit hospital CEO pay caps. Concerns about rising healthcare costs and issues at Mission Hospital following its acquisition by HCA Healthcare were cited as key motivations.

A hospital system merger in North Carolina has created local controversy but has national relevance. The merger is between WakeMed and Atrium Health. This event may have broader implications for the healthcare industry.