Congresswoman Pressley Calls Out Steward Health Care’s Chapter 11 Bankruptcy and Urges for Healthcare System Reform in Massachusetts

Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) has spoken out regarding Steward Health Care’s recent filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. In her statement, she expressed her concern for the patients and workers affected by this situation not only in Massachusetts but across the country. Pressley criticized the for-profit healthcare system in America, calling it a failure and a public health crisis for communities, especially vulnerable patients who rely on hospitals like Carney Hospital and St. Elizabeth’s in Dorchester.

In January 2024, Pressley, along with Sen. Warren and other members of the Massachusetts congressional delegation, requested a briefing from Steward regarding their financial status and the future of their facilities in the state. Then, in February 2024, Pressley joined her colleagues in seeking answers from Cerebrus, a private equity firm, regarding their involvement in the financial challenges faced by Steward hospitals. These challenges have serious implications for access to medical care in eastern Massachusetts, potentially affecting thousands of people.

Pressley’s efforts to address the impact of Steward Health Care’s bankruptcy highlight the importance of ensuring continued access to healthcare services for communities in Massachusetts. The ongoing situation underscores the need for government oversight and accountability in the healthcare industry to protect patients and providers from the consequences of financial instability and mismanagement.