Special Bulletin
The ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ Association (AHA) sends members Special Bulletins on the latest health care news, legislation, and advocacy opportunities for hospitals and health systems.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) March 27 issued a final rule designed to streamline the eligibility and enrollment process for Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). This proposed rule is the continuation of efforts by CMS to improve access and…
The Departments of Health and Human Services, Labor and Treasury releases final rule limiting the sale of non-comprehensive health care coverage and promoting greater consumer understanding of their coverage options.
The CMS March 27 issued its proposed rule for the inpatient rehabilitation facility prospective payment system for fiscal year (FY) 2025.
The Departments of Health and Human Services, Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services March 25 released a national resource guide of health plan contact information in an effort to support hospitals and providers impacted by the Change…
If it is determined that a breach of protected health information occurred in connection with the Change Healthcare cyberattack, then the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights should exercise its enforcement discretion and clarify that Change Healthcare and UnitedHealth…
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) March 15 issued an informational bulletin that provides information on actions states can take to provide relief to Medicaid providers affected by the Change Healthcare cyberattack.
The Coalition to Protect America’s Health Care will now be known as the Coalition to Strengthen America’s Healthcare: Protecting 24/7 Care.
Are you a hospital or physician impacted by the Change Healthcare cyberattack? Apply for CMS's Accelerated and Advance Payment Program now and receive financial support for your claims payment disruptions.
The AHA has developed a series of recommendations for hospitals and health systems should they experience a cyberattack in their organization or with a third-party vendor. Hospitals and health systems should consult with their leadership and IT professionals to determine which if any course of…
In a letter sent yesterday to all providers, HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra and DOL Acting Secretary Julie A. Su asked for greater transparency and expedited payments to impacted providers, among other things.