Mass. Sens. Warren, Markey push back against Steward, United proposal [Video]

The fallout is growing again against embattled Steward Healthcare as the company tries to sell off some of its assets in Massachusetts to catch up on back bills.Steward disclosed to the state it wants to sell its network of physicians to United Health Group, a move that could help Steward pay some of its bills, including a reported $50 million in unpaid rent. It’s also trying to sell its nine Massachusetts hospitals.Steward recently confirmed its interest in leaving the state and Gov. Maura Healey has demanded they leave. Last month, the company said it had secured bridge financing to give it time to transfer at least some of its hospitals to other operators.The state’s Health Policy Commission will review the proposed sale and the impact on patients.“It may be a desperation move for Steward, but it doesn’t mean it’s a bad thing for the commonwealth,” said health care expert David …