Margins drop in first quarter as admissions decline sharply.
The recession has had a significant impact on hospital utilization, finances and staffing; all are lower than a year ago, according to the American Hospital Association. Among the worrisome benchmarks: a sharp decline in inpatient admissions in the first quarter.
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