![]() Compass also made a form available so patients could request their medical records. What it means for patients: A Compass spokesperson said they’re working on a plan to “ensure the continuity” of patients’ care and that “most” of their doctors will keep working in their local communities as part of other practices.“People don’t want to do business with an entity like that,” he said. In addition to the financial hit, Boston-based health care consultant David Williams told WBUR’s Fausto Menard that the legal battle and court order took a toll on Compass’s reputation. WCVB reports Compass still owes over $16 million in damages to Steward Health Care System after a partnership between the two companies went sour. Why? The statement cited a “steady stream of challenges,” but did not get into specifics.“We are heartbroken and truly sorry as we know the unprecedented impact on our valued patients,” the 450-person company said in a statement. The Quincy-based practice announced Wednesday it was immediately closing all six of its Massachusetts offices. Without a Compass: Thousands of local patients are scrambling for a new doctor’s office, following the sudden closure of Compass Medical. But first, much of Massachusetts will have to contend today with highs in the 90s. We’ll get some relief from this heat tomorrow, as the weekend kicks off a lengthy cool stretch of 60-degree weather. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. Editor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's daily morning newsletter, WBUR Today.
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