With nine days left in the 2020 session, Monday, March 2 was the deadline for bills to pass out of fiscal committees in the opposite chamber. ... Read More >>

This morning the Washington State Insurance Commissioner issued an emergency order requiring temporary benefit modifications related to the COVID-19 outbreak. ... Read More >>

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced how it is addressing the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and recommendations for health care providers and organizations.... Read More >>

On March 19, the Department of Commerce (DOC) will open its second round of competitive capital grants for behavioral health facilities.... Read More >>

The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) released a request for applications (RFA) for procuring public option plans under Cascade Care. Cascade Care is intended to create accessible new health insurance coverage options through Washington Healthplanfinder, expanding customer’s plan choices.... Read More >>

It seems that all of Washington is watching Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane as they care for patients from the cruise ship with confirmed novel coronavirus (COVID-19).... Read More >>

On Thursday March 5, WSHA will host a members-only webinar on the new federal public charge rule that took effect on Monday. ... Read More >>

This week, the House and Senate each released their proposed 2020 supplemental operating budgets.... Read More >>

In health care, folks who are technically proficient tend to be promoted into management jobs. ... Read More >>

WSHA staff had the opportunity to attend the grand opening of the Mason Clinic.... Read More >>