Issue Brief
The American Hospital Association (AHA) publishes Issue Briefs on policy and advocacy topics that are priorities for hospitals and health systems.
This document makes suggestions for designing, implementing, and assessing the impact of programs and investments through gathering and analyzing demographic data ensuring responsive and relevant approaches to impact.
IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT
FOR THE DISTRICT OF DELAWARE
ASTRAZENECA PHARMACEUTICALS LP,
Plaintiff,
v.
XAVIER BECCERA, et al.,
Defendants.
CASE NO.: 1:21-CV-00027-LPS
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A new AHA report finds that the immense financial strain facing hospitals and health systems due to COVID-19 will continue through at least the end of 2020, with patient volume expected to remain well below baseline levels. The report estimates total losses for the nation’s hospitals and health…
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This issue brief examines how hospitals and health systems are utilizing telehealth to improve patient outcomes and the patient experience, and reduce cost.