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This much-needed clarification will help ensure patients are able to get the care they need, when they need it, maintaining the quality of life for our friends, family and neighbors.... Read More >>

The Washington Healthcare Forum COVID-19 Work Group is compiling provider questions along with answers from commercial plans and Medicaid, including Medicaid managed care. ... Read More >>

Yesterday the American Hospital Association (AHA) sent a letter urging the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to better target COVID-19 funding to hospitals and health systems. ... Read More >>

The U.S Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is beginning distribution of the second portion of a total $50 billion general distribution to providers under the CARES act this week. ... Read More >>

With the 2020 legislative session over, the implementation of new laws is just beginning. To learn about, prepare for and ultimately implement the new laws, please visit the Government Affairs team’s New Law Implementation Guide. ... Read More >>

The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) that will allow managed care organizations (MCOs) to expand to areas in the state in which they are not currently serving if they have demonstrated successful performance in other regions.... Read More >>

Yesterday, the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration launched a portal to reimburse providers for testing and treatment of uninsured COVID-19 patients. ... Read More >>

On April 26, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that it is reevaluating the amounts that will be paid under its Accelerated Payment Program for hospitals and suspending its Advance Payment Program to Part B providers and suppliers effective immediately. ... Read More >>

The Department of Health (DOH) has announced a 9-month waiver of the mandate that hospitals and health care providers have an electronic health record platform that can fully integrate with the state’s prescription drug monitoring program by January 1, 2021. ... Read More >>

Life is on pause, but your health care needs are not. Please seek care when you need it so you don't become an emergency.... Read More >>