The state’s All Payer Claims Database (APCD) has delayed the timeline for hospitals to undertake their review and verification of data that will be posted on the site’s website for the public.... Read More >>

In the next few days, WSHA is sending hospital-specific analyses of the final Medicare Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) rule to the chief financial officer or other designated recipient at each of our member Prospective Payment System (PPS) hospitals. ... Read More >>

Washington Hospital Service’s popular LEAD Academy is back for 2018 and we’re adding Advanced LEAD Academy for experienced leaders and managers. ... Read More >>

The Washington State Department of Revenue recently filed a preliminary notice of their intent to update certain rules and definitions relating to property tax exemptions for various types of organizations, including hospitals. ... Read More >>

Recordings of two recent webcasts offered by PARA HealthCare Financial Services are now available for download. The first detailed information about Medicare’s Proposed Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC), including guidance on what hospitals can do to prepare. ... Read More >>

Should you find your facility short-staffed this winter, remember that as a WSHA member you have access to more than 25 pre-qualified Washington State Registry Program certified staffing agencies through a single, free master contact. ... Read More >>

Thanksgiving is special because it reminds us to count our blessings. I’m always thankful for my family, my passionate colleagues and the ability to do meaningful work.... Read More >>

Hospitals across Washington State have their own ways of celebrating Thanksgiving each year, with special festivities that make the day and season special. Here are a few of the ways WSHA members celebrate and give thanks.... Read More >>

Membership updates from the November 22, 2017 Weekly Report.... Read More >>

Recent member news from the November 22, 2017 Weekly Report.... Read More >>