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Genesis HealthCare System Named 2025 Understanding

Most Wired Buy Now, Pay

Places Genesis in the top 10% of all hospitals in the country utilizing integrated Later: Is It Right
technology for 10th consecutive year for You?

SUBMITTED BY ALEXUS MASTERSON, MPH,
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES EDUCATOR
Genesis HealthCare System was uphold Genesis’ mission and values.” sessed the adoption, integration and im- OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION,
named one of the Most Wired hospitals Genesis is certified as a level 9 for Am- pact of technologies in healthcare orga- MUSKINGUM COUNTY
®
of 2025 by the College of Healthcare bulatory Care and Acute Care again for nizations at all stages of development,
Information Management Executives 2025. These certifications place Gen- from early development to industry lead-
(CHIME). esis in the top 10% of all hospitals in the ing. The Digital Health Most Wired sur-
“Being honored with this award for country utilizing integrated technology. vey and recognition program serves as
the 10th consecutive year underscores The CHIME Digital Health Most Wired a comprehensive “Digital Health Check- Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services
our unwavering commitment to provid- program conducts an annual survey to up” for healthcare organizations. have become increasingly popular, of-
ing exceptional care to our community,” assess how effectively healthcare orga- More information about Genesis fering consumers the ability to split pur-
said Ed Romito, Chief Transformation nizations apply core and advanced tech- HealthCare System can be found at gen- chases into smaller payments over time.
Officer at Genesis HealthCare System. nologies into their clinical and business esishcs.org. While this can seem like a convenient
“It also reflects the dedication and integ- programs to improve health and care option, it’s important to understand
rity of our entire team, who consistently in their communities. The surveys as- how BNPL works and what the potential
risks are. This is very common online but
moving to in store options as well. BNPL
The Elk's Eye Art Market releases full event is a financial option that allows short-
term payments allowing you to purchase
lineup for 2026 items immediately, and pay for them in
installments, most of the time interest-
free if paid on time and in how many
SUBMITTED payments. Common providers include
Afterpay, Klarna, and Affirm. If you are
not familiar with how these systems
The Elk’s Eye Art Market is excited to work, you select BNPL at checkout, and
announce the 2026 line up of First Fri- payments are divided into equal install-
day and holiday events. The event calen- ments. For example, 4 payments over 6
dar is full of themes that complement weeks, these options can change based
those of America 250- Ohio, which guide on financial institutions and the amount
Ohio’s celebration of our nation's birth. of the total purchase. Some services
The themes were selected by that team charge late fees or interest if payments
to reflect Ohio’s unique impact, and are missed, or you choose a longer pay-
Elk’s Eye used them as a guide when ment plan.
they selected similar concepts to reflect There are benefits consumers should
how the arts impact visitors to The Elk’s consider when using a BNPL system.
Eye Art Market. This can be a budget friendly option
The themes will be an inspiration to for larger purchases, spreading costs
the monthly focus the art market has out for larger purchases. As mentioned
as they celebrate the 30+ local artists previously, there is typically no inter-
available in its juried retail space. Most est with purchases, but your payment
of the events are during the First Friday plan interest may be added the longer
Art Walk, which is a monthly occurrence A picture of just a fraction of the artwork available for purchase at The Elks Eye Art Market. The Market the payments are. Most people are ap-
in Downtown Zanesville. During these features pieces from over 30 local artists and artisans. Lynette Dotson proved with no credit implications, and
events many of the local galleries and it is typically easier to apply for than a
restaurants or businesses are open for Friday, April 3, 2026 explore the differences- whether nature credit card. Please be sure to read the
5 PM – 8 PM
the evening, allowing an excellent op- is represented by materials, images or fine print and other disclaimers when
portunity to shop and make it an eve- Art: It Moves Us - First Friday Art theme- here you will be able to see a applying for any type of credit.
ning outing. Walk at The Elk’s Eye Art Market wide variety of nature captured in art. With all things financial, there are
See the full event listing below. Just like trains, planes and automobiles, risks you should be aware of. Over-
spending can be easy to do, as BNPL op-
art transports us to a different place - Friday, July 3, 2026 tions make it easy to buy more than you
Friday, February 6, 2026 maybe in time, in memories or within 5 PM – 8 PM can afford. Missed payments can add
5 PM – 8 PM our imagination. On First Friday in April, Welcome Back - Reunited by Art - up quickly with late fees and interest,
Innovation through Imagination - take a trip across time and space as you First Friday Art Walk at The Elk’s like any other loan. Some BNPL services
First Friday Art Walk at The Elk’s enjoy the art of over 30+ artists and arti- Eye Art Market report to credit bureaus, if payments
sans from the local area, all at The Elk's
Eye Art Market Eye Art Market. Be moved by what you First Friday in July, The Elk's Eye Art Mar- are missed or late it can impact your
credit. Let’s look at a few ways to use
From Weller and A&E to other indus- see without having to go very far. ket welcomes you back to enjoy the tal- BNPL wisely. Only use BNPL for neces-
trialist from the area, it has long been ented artists from our area, to explore sary purchases, not impulse purchases,
known this area is rich with innovation Friday, May 1, 2026 the showrooms filled with inviting art as it can contribute to the debt cycle.
and imagination. The combining of in- 5 PM – 8 PM and creative beauty, and embrace the Track all BNPL commitments to avoid
dustry with the arts has been occurring fellowship. While there are many dif- missed payments and to stay within
in the region for just as long. The Elk's Reflected in Art - First Friday Art ferences between us, it is clear that Art your budget. Read the terms and condi-
Eye Art Market celebrates its artists for Walk at The Elk’s Eye Art Market brings the community together, and this tions carefully and consider whether you
the imagination and creativity they bring The art from Southeastern Ohio reflects is most apparent during the Art Walk. can pay the full amount upfront instead.
to their respective genres, and we are a rich history of skill, mastery and his- Gather with friends and head in to cel- BNPL can be a helpful tool when used
pleased to be able to share them with tory. The 30+ artists at The Elk's Eye Art ebrate the evening. responsibly, but it’s not free money. Un-
you. Market are a great cross section of the derstanding the terms and planning can
Appalachian culture, talented, creative, Friday, August 7, 2026 help you avoid financial pitfalls.
Friday, March 6, 2026 and still very unique. In May, we invite 5 PM – 8 PM
5 PM – 8 PM you to see the reflection of the com- Blue Ribbons: Art We Celebrate -
Art in All Forms - First Friday Art munity, history, and natural beauty cap- First Friday Art Walk at The Elk’s FOLLOW
tured in the works available at the Art
Walk at The Elk’s Eye Art Market Market. Eye Art Market
The Elk's Eye Art Market focuses on our August is Fair Season in Muskingum
30+ artists available throughout the Friday, June 5, 2026 County, and The Elk's Eye Art Market
month, but on First Fridays, we love to 5 PM – 8 PM joins the community in celebrating
be able to also host other artists of the Images in Nature- First Friday Art the work of all the exhibitors who have THE BUZZ
musical variety. All forms of art are sup- worked hard all year on projects from
ported here, and we enjoy that the ar- Walk at The Elk’s Eye Art Market piglets to poetry, and we are inspired by
eas talent is so vast. The art available in Artists are inspired by many things, but the arts we see on display. We celebrate @DRESDENBUZZ
our retail space covers a wide variety of most are united by their inspirations all artists - and First Friday we share our
mediums, and each is unique in its style from Nature. The interpretations are Blue Ribbon worthy artists with you
and execution. To add to the fun, Julie each unique in how they are executed,
“The Uke Gurl” Keirle will be playing. and that can be seen in the artwork of
Come explore all that there is available 30+ artisans and artists at The Elk's
on a fun filled night amongst the arts. Eye Art Market. On First Friday in June, CONTINUED ON PAGE 21