Last week. Gov. Inslee modified the COVID-19 pharmacy storage proclamation, which has been extended through Jan. 19, 2021.... Read More >>
In response to concerns over the recently adopted rule concerning drugs stored outside of pharmacies, the Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission (PQAC) issued new guidance to clarify how it will enforce the rule.... Read More >>
The Washington Medical Commission (WMC) issued a scam warning about fraudsters pretending to be federal or state agents asking pharmacies and practitioners for social security numbers, contact information and money.... Read More >>
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) announced that health care professionals (excluding physicians) offering telemedicine services to patients in 2021 are required to complete telemedicine training between Jan. 1, 2021 and June 30, 2021.... Read More >>
On Monday, WSHA sent letters to Senator Patty Murray and Representative Catherine McMorris Rodgers expressing concerns about the proposed federal “The No Surprises Act.” The bill would prohibit balance billing... Read More >>
Five organizations, including the American Hospital Association, filed a lawsuit to require the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to enforce provisions of the 340B drug discount program. The... Read More >>
On December 2, CMS finalized its CY 2021 Outpatient rule, which will have significant ramifications for hospitals over time. Within the next week, WSHA will provide a comprehensive description of... Read More >>
United Healthcare (UHC) announced it will delay implementation of a controversial hospital lab billing policy until January 1, 2022. UHC had previously delayed implementation to April 1, 2021. UHC had notified hospitals... Read More >>
The Washington State Board of Health and the Washington State Department of Health are in the process of revising rules regarding provider and facility reporting of infectious and noninfectious conditions.... Read More >>
A new training required of all non-physicians providing telemedicine services to patients is now available. The training is required by state law beginning January 1, 2021. To learn more about... Read More >>
