Recent member news from the Feb. 6, 2020 Weekly Report.... Read More >>

I am thrilled to report that Hospital Advocacy Days 2020 was a tremendous success. Thank you to all the members who joined us Wednesday and Thursday to engage in advocating for important health policy change in Olympia.... Read More >>

WSHA, in collaboration with the Washington State Department of Health (DOH), would like to offer hospitals a reminder regarding best practices and points of contact during challenges connected to a medical surge event. ... Read More >>

We at WSHA were so impressed by the identification and handling of the first case of the Coronavirus (CoV) in the United States, which occurred in our state. Providence Regional Medical Center – Everett and the Washington State Department of Health expertly coordinated a joint-response, with the CDC also becoming involved.... Read More >>

Hospital leaders wanting to explore leading a culture of safety and collaborate with peers from across Washington state, Oregon and Alaska are invited to attend the Safety & Quality Leadership Summit, hosted by the Northwest Safety & Quality Partnership. ... Read More >>

CMS has proposed a new rule on Medicaid Fiscal Accountability that could result in cuts in Washington to the hospitals and the state. ... Read More >>

We are working with our members and health officials to respond to the first United States case of the Wuhan coronavirus, in Everett. ... Read More >>

The Washington State Balance Billing Protection Act, now contained in RCW 48.49, is in effect, as of Jan. 1, 2020. ... Read More >>

House Bill 1931 contained new requirements for workplace violence prevention efforts in health care settings.... Read More >>

Olympic Medical Center’s Board of Commissioners announced that OMC CEO Eric Lewis will be retiring on May 1, 2020. ... Read More >>