Perspective
Perspective is a weekly blog from Rick Pollack, president and CEO of the American Hospital Association, that explores the most important issues facing hospitals and health systems.
Surprise billing has no place in health care and America’s hospitals and health systems are committed to protecting patients from this unfair practice.
Even with all the wrenches that have been thrown at it, the ACA has improved access to care, especially among those who needed it most.
There’s no question that hospitals and health systems face a number of challenges. None is more significant that the need to increase the resiliency of our workforce, particularly among physicians, nurses and other clinicians.
When the many vulnerable members of society need care, they often turn to their local hospital or health system. And we’re better able to care for these patients in part because Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital payments help cover costs.
The bad news: Under current law, these…
Advancing health in America isn’t just about expanding access to care — it’s also about reaching people who need it. We all have to do our part to end human trafficking and help the victims who are suffering because of it.
Investing in our country’s health infrastructure is the right move to make.
With our Better Health for Mothers and Babies initiative, America’s hospitals and health systems are enhancing our commitment to improving maternal health.
AONL is leading the nursing leadership field forward, and the AHA will keep working to support them so that, together, we can advance health in America.
The AHA has always been for common-sense policies that make it easier for patients to access care and for hospitals and health systems to deliver that care – and this will never change.
The health field is undergoing unprecedented change driven by patients’ evolving needs, new technologies and new entrants.