Maximize August’s impact by inviting legislators to witness the invaluable work of healthcare professionals at your hospital. Advocate for supporting the healthcare workforce and opposing cuts to Medicare and Medicaid payments. Address the potential…
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The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Health held a hearing on healthcare competition and transparency. The American Hospital Association (AHA) stated that hospital mergers and acquisitions help lower costs and improve patient access…
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The AHA Rural Hospital Leadership Team Award is open for applications until August 31. This prestigious award recognizes exceptional leadership and innovation in addressing community health needs. The winning team will receive a $2,000…
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By Sarai Rodriguez
June 13, 2023 – Public health reporting by acute care hospitals has seen significant improvement, reaching a 96 percent participation rate in 2022. This is an increase from the previous year, according to…
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Hospitals and health systems are facing financial challenges, while legislative proposals could further strain their resources and impact patient access to essential care. The American Hospital Association (AHA) is actively advocating against these proposals,…
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By Hannah Nelson
June 01, 2023 – More than half of hospitals are aware of the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA) and plan to participate in the HIE framework, according to ONC analysis of…
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In an AHA podcast, Rebecca Chickey, Senior Director of Behavioral Health at AHA, discusses strategies to support the mental well-being of healthcare workers with Dr. Arpan Waghray, CEO of Providence Well-Being Trust, and Elisa…
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By Jill McKeon
May 30, 2023 – The American Hospital Association (AHA) urged the HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) to reconsider its December 2022 Online Tracking Guidance, suggesting that its definition of protected health information…
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The 340 B Drug Pricing Program helps safety-net hospitals stretch their limited resources by providing them with discounted prices on prescription drugs. This allows hospitals to provide essential drugs and services to low-income patients,…
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Over 30 organizations urged Congress to pass the Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act, which would update Medicare’s payment system for laboratory services. The current system is based on private market data, but significant…
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