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Heights University Hospital Details Stabilization Plan as Funding and Redevelopment Pressures Grow

Despite a $2 million stopgap payment and proposed $25 million appropriation, the hospital reports losses of about $1.5 million a week.

Overview

  • Hudson Regional Health says emergency, critical care, operating rooms, behavioral health and other core services will continue as a limited number of nonessential services are phased out, with current patients’ care uninterrupted.
  • The state has provided $2 million in temporary support and two senators voiced backing for a $25 million appropriation, and HRH says it expects new private investment from chair Yan Moshe.
  • Hospital officials warn that without additional funding and a long-term plan, services could be suspended or the facility closed.
  • The HPAE union challenged HRH’s assurances, alleging unpaid employer contributions and indicating it may seek court enforcement of a prior order tied to members’ 401(k) plans.
  • A Jersey City councilman publicized a preliminary concept envisioning up to 2,200 housing units on the site; HRH acknowledged a planning submission, rejected demolition claims and said no final application has been filed.