WakeMed, Atrium Health to address partnership questions after Wake County board delays vote
WakeMed and Atrium Health will hold a media briefing to address questions about their proposed partnership after the Wake County Board of Commissioners delayed a vote on the proposal. The partnership would bring a $2 billion investment to the region and create over 3,000 jobs.
WakeMed and Atrium Health leaders will address growing questions about their proposed partnership during a media briefing in Raleigh. The briefing comes after the Wake County Board of Commissioners delayed a decision on the proposal due to concerns over transparency and timing. North Carolina State Auditor Dave Boliek raised concerns about the lack of transparency, while State Treasurer Brad Briner warned that the partnership could reduce competition and drive up healthcare costs. WakeMed leaders countered that the partnership would improve affordability by expanding financial assistance eligibility. The proposed deal would pair WakeMed with Atrium Health, bringing a $2 billion investment and creating over 3,000 jobs. County commissioners delayed the measure to allow more time for public input.
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