On Dec. 27, a federal judge ruled that the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS’s) nearly 30-percent cut to Medicare payment rates for many hospitals participating in the 340B drug discount program was unlawful. ... Read More >>

Overlake Medical Center is continuing its five-year expansion project, called Project FutureCare. Started in 2018, Project FutureCare will position the hospital system to continue to best serve their constantly-growing community. ... Read More >>

WSHA recently commented with concerns about the second pre-draft rules by the state Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) that would expand the class of workers who qualify for overtime pay. ... Read More >>

Recent member news from the January 3, 2019, Weekly Report. ... Read More >>

The MultiCare Center for Health Equity has been selected for participation in the Hospital Community Cooperative (HC²). HC² is a national program focused on addressing healthcare inequality and health equity gaps. ... Read More >>

I’m excited to let you know that the Washington State Hospital Association’s Decision Support team has undergone a name change, becoming WSHA Data Analytics. ... Read More >>

Morton General Hospital is transitioning to the new name, Arbor Health. ... Read More >>

Recent member news from the December 28, 2018, Weekly Report. ... Read More >>

I was dismayed when I heard late Friday evening that a federal judge from my home state of Texas ruled the entire Affordable Care Act unconstitutional because Congress repealed the tax penalty enforcing the law’s individual mandate.... Read More >>

Health systems and providers throughout Washington are celebrating the Holidays this year with their own special festivities. ... Read More >>