News

As the year is winding down, there are two upcoming learning opportunities addressing laws passed in 2021.... Read More >>

A day of immersion in virtual reality training recently at Western State Hospital left WSHA leaders with lessons learned and insights to share about the training throughout the state.... Read More >>

Open enrollment, the time of year when Washingtonians can enroll for a health or dental plan through Washington’s insurance marketplace— Washington Healthplanfinder— is underway.... Read More >>

When a loved one dies, family members may feel overwhelmed and making the important decision to donate may feel like a heavy burden.... Read More >>

Washington Hospital Services Industry Partner Sensato helps health care organizations comply, detect and respond to cybersecurity risks and threats, providing solutions designed specifically for the unique challenges of health care information technology.... Read More >>

Recent member news from the Nov. 5, 2021 edition of the Weekly Report newsletter. ... Read More >>

Yesterday, the state Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) released stakeholder draft legislation modifying the state’s existing Balance Billing Protection Act (BBPA)... Read More >>

On November 2, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule that increases Medicare hospital outpatient prospective payment system rates by a net 2.0% in calendar year 2022 compared to 2021. ... Read More >>

The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is seeking stakeholder input on how to make its provider billing guides and fee schedules more user friendly. ... Read More >>

A recent extension of the federal public health emergency through January 14, 2022, will continue to provide much needed help for the state, hospitals and providers, and patients during the COVID emergency. ... Read More >>