WSHA releases June 2019 State Regulatory Issues Update
June 11, 2019
WSHA’s Government Affairs team has published its June 2019 update to its State Regulatory Issues webpage.... Read More >>
WSHA’s Government Affairs team has published its June 2019 update to its State Regulatory Issues webpage.... Read More >>
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released draft guidance on hospital co-location and shared service arrangements, available online. ... Read More >>
The purpose of this bulletin is to inform you of several law changes relating to behavioral health services for adolescents, who are minors aged 13-17.... Read More >>
The purpose of this bulletin is to inform hospitals and health systems about recent changes to state law governing consumer debt, including medical debt. ... Read More >>
This bulletin is to inform hospitals regarding House Bill 1065 and help prepare for new requirements effective January 1, 2020. ... Read More >>
The purpose of this bulletin is to inform hospitals and health systems about House Bill 1155, otherwise known as the “breaks bill” or “nurse staffing” legislation. ... Read More >>
As May and Mental Health Awareness Month come to a close, I am reflecting on all the efforts WSHA and Washington hospitals make to increase Washington residents’ access to mental health services, especially for the younger members of our communities.... Read More >>
Washington State’s Health Care Authority has released guidance on Substance Use Disorder (SUD) information, Sharing Substance Use Disorder Information: A Guide for Washington State.... Read More >>
The 2019 legislative session ended on April 28. Despite strong revenue indications prior to session, K-12 education funding changes and other prior budget commitments resulted in a challenging budget situation for legislators.... Read More >>
Many of the laws passed during the recent legislative session will require implementation by hospitals.... Read More >>