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Congress introduces legislation to extend hospital-at-home program

(5 days ago) WEBMay 23, 2024 - 04:03 PM. The AHA praised Congress May 23 for their support and introduction of the bipartisan Hospital Inpatient Services Modernization Act, which would grant a five-year extension to the hospital-at-home program. "Standing up a H@H program requires logistical and technical work, with an investment of time, staff and money," AHA

https://www.aha.org/news/headline/2024-05-23-congress-introduces-legislation-extend-hospital-home-program

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CDC blog with AHA, NIOSH, AHRQ underscores intersection of …

(1 days ago) WEBThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention May 29 published a blog co-authored by AHA, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health and the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, highlighting efforts by federal agencies and the hospital field to address the mental health and well-being of health care workers …

https://www.aha.org/news/headline/2024-05-30-cdc-blog-aha-niosh-ahrq-underscores-intersection-workplace-violence-mental-health-and-well-being

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New AHA Report: Hospitals and Health Systems Continue to Face …

(5 days ago) WEBWASHINGTON (May 2, 2024) — The American Hospital Association (AHA) today released a new report showing that hospitals and health systems continue to experience significant financial pressures that challenge their ability to provide 24/7 care for the patients and communities they serve. In 2023, data show that hospitals and health systems

https://www.aha.org/press-releases/2024-05-02-new-aha-report-hospitals-and-health-systems-continue-face-rising-costs-economic-pressures

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Access to Care American Heart Association

(Just Now) WEBThe American Heart and American Stroke Association supports efforts to extend health care coverage to all Americans and works to ensure timely access along the entire care continuum, including emergency care, telemedicine, and rehabilitation and recovery services. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was signed into law on March 23, 2010 and …

https://www.heart.org/en/get-involved/advocate/federal-priorities/access-to-care

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The Affordable Care Act 101 KFF

(2 days ago) WEBThis Health Policy 101 chapter provides an overview of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), a major reform of the U.S. health care system aimed at reducing high uninsured rates and alleviating issues

https://www.kff.org/health-policy-101-the-affordable-care-act/

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GAO report finds lack of oversight on Medicaid managed care …

(6 days ago) WEBA report released May 29 by the Government Accountability Office found a lack of state oversight on Medicaid managed care plans’ use of prior authorization for children’s health care services. It found that none of the states sampled reviewed a representative sample of commercial Medicaid plans’ claim denials or used data to …

https://www.aha.org/news/headline/2024-05-30-gao-report-finds-lack-oversight-medicaid-managed-care-plans-prior-authorization-requirements-children

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Health Care Overhaul is Good for Georgians with Pre-existing …

(9 days ago) WEBWhile many provisions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) haven’t taken effect yet, it’s clear the federal overhaul that changes how this nation handles health care is already paying big benefits to Georgians. In light of the second anniversary of the federal law, a new GBPI report highlights several ways Georgians are benefitting from the …

https://gbpi.org/health-care-overhaul-is-good-for-georgians-with-pre-existing-conditions/

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The Politics of Health Care and the 2024 Election KFF

(8 days ago) WEBThis Health Policy 101 chapter explores how health policy in the U.S. is linked to politics, with the direction of policy influenced by who is in power. Health care is often a major issue in

https://www.kff.org/health-policy-101-the-politics-of-health-care-and-the-2024-election/

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Augusta Health receives CMS Health Equity Award AHA News

(2 days ago) WEBThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services May 30 announced Augusta Health as a recipient of its 2024 CMS Health Equity Award for its efforts to reduce disparities in health care access, quality and outcomes. Based in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, Augusta Health works with neighborhoods with rural geographic barriers and …

https://www.aha.org/news/headline/2024-05-30-augusta-health-receives-cms-health-equity-award

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Affordable Care Act AHA - American Hospital Association

(7 days ago) WEBAHA urges 5th Circuit to maintain cost-free access to ACA preventive services. Jun 28, 2023. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit should reverse a district court decision that prevents the Health and Human Services Secretary from implementing an Affordable Care Act requirement that private health plans cover …

https://prod.aha.org/topics/affordable-care-act

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AHA podcast: Caregivers Need Care, Too AHA News

(1 days ago) WEBAHA podcast: Caregivers Need Care, Too. May 29, 2024 - 02:39 PM. As Americans age, health care is seeing a shift in addressing the unique needs of older adults, but what about those caring for their loved ones? Diane Mariani, program manager at Rush University Medical Center, discusses their Caring for Caregivers program, which shares …

https://www.aha.org/news/headline/2024-05-29-aha-podcast-caregivers-need-care-too

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What Is the Patient’s Bill of Rights? - GoodRx

(3 days ago) WEBInitially published in 1973, the AHA’s Patient’s Bill of Rights were guarantees for anyone seeking care in a U.S. hospital. The declaration aimed to promote respect for patients and providers as well as open dialogue about diagnosis, treatment, and fees. The Patient’s Bill of Rights was designed to empower patients and caregivers.

https://www.goodrx.com/insurance/health-insurance/patients-bill-of-rights

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Cyberattacks on health care—a growing threat - The Lancet

(3 days ago) WEB“The Change Healthcare cyberattack is the most significant and consequential incident of its kind against the US health care system in history”, says Rick Pollack, President and CEO of the American Hospital Association (AHA). The cyberattack in February this year on the largest US billing and payment system led to …

https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(24)01074-2/fulltext

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House Passes Build Back Better Act with Significant Health …

(1 days ago) WEBSee summaries of provisions that affect hospitals and health systems The House of Representatives today voted 220-213 to pass a modified version of the Build Back Better Act (H.R. 5376), a roughly $1.75 trillion social spending package that includes many health care provisions. The bill, which is being considered under reconciliation

https://trustees.aha.org/system/files/media/file/2021/11/Special-Bulletin-BBBA-Summary-2021-11-19.pdf

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Members in Action: Improve Quality & Patient Outcomes - AHA

(7 days ago) WEB©2020 American Hospital Association March 2020 Page 1 www.aha.org Grady Health System – Atlanta, Ga. Data Analysis Drives Population Health Efforts. The AHA’s Members in Action series highlights how hospitals and health systems are implementing new . value-based strategies to improve health care affordability.

https://www.aha.org/system/files/media/file/2020/03/value-initiative-members-in-action-study-grady-health-system-atlanta-ga-3-16-2020.pdf

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Dental care and insurance costs too much. ACA rule could change …

(2 days ago) WEBUnder Biden's rule, states have until 2025 to decide whether to mandate that insurers cover dental benefits for adults. The dental benefits would not take effect until 2027. No states have

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/health/2024/05/20/dental-care-insurance-costs-too-much-aca-rule/73766660007/

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Health care groups prep for possible Trump cuts to programs - Axios

(8 days ago) WEBLike past reconciliation bills, that could serve as a vehicle for partisan health care policies. GOP sources say there is more planning in Republican circles than there was in 2016, when the transition was more chaotic and the lack of an agreed-upon replacement plan helped doom the Affordable Care Act repeal effort in Trump's first year.

https://www.axios.com/2024/05/30/trump-term-2025-gop-health-programs

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Illinois lawmakers pass bill to expand reporting of sexual abuse

(2 days ago) WEBThe bill comes several months after a Tribune investigation found that well-known health systems allowed workers accused of sexually abusing patients to continue providing care, and, in some cases

https://www.chicagotribune.com/2024/05/29/illinois-lawmakers-pass-bill-to-expand-reporting-of-sexual-abuse-in-health-care/

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Georgia Attorneys For Health Care Compliance – Chambless …

(8 days ago) WEBContact Our Macon Office. For experienced health care compliance counsel, contact Chambless, Higdon, Richardson, Katz & Griggs, LLP, to arrange a consultation with our team of attorneys. Complete our online contact form or call 478-745-1181.

https://www.chrkglaw.com/health-care-compliance/

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