Senate Republicans this week said they plan to move quickly in early January to start repealing the Affordable Care Act (ACA), agreeing with House Republicans on a “repeal and delay” strategy under which parts of the ACA would remain in effect for several years while lawmakers devise a replacement.... Read More >>
Like many of you, I’m trying to work in my holiday gift shopping whenever I can, as it’s always one of the biggest tasks of a season that seems to go by very quickly. As a mother of three boys, I know finding the right, age-appropriate gift can be a challenge. And as a mother of three boys, I know that even what might seem like a safe toy can cause destruction around the house or, worse, present a safety hazard.... Read More >>
Recent member news from the December 8, 2016 Weekly Report.... Read More >>
If you don’t sleep well one night, it can make your whole day miserable. If you repeatedly don’t sleep well, it can make your whole life miserable. For residents of the Quincy community, there is now help close to home for those suffering from sleep problems, as Quincy Valley Medical Center’s new Sleep Clinic began seeing patients this week.... Read More >>
The 2016 WHPAC campaign continues! We are getting closer to our $220,000 goal, but still have more to raise. Please help us reach our goal.... Read More >>
Hospitals and other organizations are seeking ways to obtain needed capital equipment while retaining flexibility to adapt to changes in health care payment. Washington Hospital Services’ Industry Partner Meridian Leasing Corporation will host a free webinar from 12-1 p.m.... Read More >>
Recent member news from the December 1, 2016 Weekly Report.... Read More >>
The Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) this week alerted the public to a phishing email targeting employees of entities covered by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and their business associates.... Read More >>
State and federal laws require hospitals to provide an array of notice and signage to patients, workforce members and the public. The Washington State Office of the Attorney General has in recent months stepped up its enforcement of these types of requirements. Hospitals could be subject to significant penalties if found to be out of compliance.... Read More >>
Yesterday, the American Hospital Association submitted a letter to President-elect Donald Trump, congratulating him on his election and expressing its hopes.... Read More >>
