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The annual 340B program recertification period for hospitals, including Critical Access Hospitals ends September 12, 2018. ... Read More >>

In response to recent federal action concerning short-term medical plans, the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) is updating rules and clarifying its process and standards for short-term limited durations plans in Washington state.... Read More >>

August 31, International Overdose Awareness Day, is an opportunity to remember those who have been affected by overdoses as well as offer education about how to prevent or reverse overdoses. Approximately 700 people die from overdoses in Washington State each year. This tragic loss of life impacts all aspects of our community, and it is something we can stop.... Read More >>

As part of its rulemaking on hospital construction review standards, the Department of Health (DOH) will hold a webinar from 11am-12:30pm September 5 to review specific proposed changes based on relevant national standards contained in the 2018 FGI Guidelines.... Read More >>

The purpose of this bulletin is to inform you of Washington State’s health care workforce survey and to encourage hospitals and health systems to complete the survey by August 31. ... Read More >>

On July 19, the Washington State Department of Commerce announced $39 million in grants to health care providers to improve behavioral health care across the state. The grants were issued to 18 providers, including WSHA members Virginia Mason Memorial Hospital, Providence Regional Medical Center Everett and Navos.... Read More >>

The Department of Health (DOH) is beginning rulemaking to update the Washington State hospital construction review standards to adopt updated national standards. DOH will hold a webinar on September 5 to provide an overview of the proposed rule changes and will host work group meetings on October 1 and December 5.... Read More >>

The Department of Health (DOH) hosted an informational meeting August 14 for interested parties to learn more about proposed licensing fee increases for ambulatory surgical facilities (ASF). DOH proposes a 200-300 percent fee increase for all categories of ASFs.... Read More >>

Each year, as our way of saying thank you, we invite PAC donors who contribute $350 or more to a fun evening to show our appreciation. This year’s dinner will be at the Seattle Aquarium on Wednesday, October 10, the evening before WSHA’s Annual Meeting. ... Read More >>

It’s hard to believe, but it's already time to start preparing for the 2019 legislative session. Part of that preparation involves you meeting with your state legislators to tell your hospital’s story and talk about advocacy priorities.... Read More >>