The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will implement the IRF Review Choice Demonstration, subjecting inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs) to thorough claim reviews for at least six months. The American Hospital Association (AHA)…
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A bipartisan group of over 230 representatives is urging House leaders to prevent $8 billion in Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital payment cuts. They support H.R. 2665 as a solution to avoid severe consequences for…
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The FDA has finalized revised recommendations for assessing blood donor eligibility, ensuring uniformity regardless of sexual orientation, sex, or gender. Donors reporting new sexual partners, multiple partners, or engaging in anal sex within three…
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An ad published by the American Hospital Association and the American Organization for Nursing Leadership in the Wall Street Journal expresses gratitude to healthcare professionals working in American hospitals and health systems. The ad…
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National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week provide opportunities to appreciate healthcare workers who go above and beyond in providing essential services to communities. The American Hospital Association is leading a recognition initiative to…
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New data show increasing use of APIs and standards to improve interoperability between EHRs and apps. Join us for a presentation and discussion of the recent findings that provide insights across health care providers,…
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the American Hospital Association’s strategic priorities for 2023 include increasing the integration of physical and behavioral health services, encouraging hospital-community partnerships to expand access to behavioral health…
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The American Hospital Association (AHA) has opposed legislation that could lead to site-neutral payment cuts and threaten access to patient care. The AHA senior vice president stated that hospitals have more comprehensive requirements, and…
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The American Hospital Association (AHA) Annual Membership Meeting addressed the challenges faced by the healthcare industry during the COVID-19 pandemic, such as financial instability, workforce shortages, and cybersecurity threats. The meeting featured discussions on…
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Research by Kaufman Hall created for the American Hospital Association states that financial reserves are essential for not-for-profit hospitals and health systems to maintain their operations and serve their communities. The report emphasizes that…
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