Special Bulletin

The American Hospital Association (AHA)  sends members Special Bulletins on the latest health care news, legislation, and advocacy opportunities for hospitals and health systems.

Highlights of the rule are reviewed in the AHA Special Bulletin.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) April 14 issued its hospital inpatient prospective payment system (PPS) proposed rule for fiscal year (FY) 2018. Highlights of the proposed rule are in the Special Bulletin.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service April 13 issued a final rule designed to help increase participation in the Health Insurance Marketplaces. Highlights of the final rule are outlined in the attached Special Bulletin.
The CMS yesterday issued the final Medicare Advantage and Part D rates and payment polices for calendar year 2018.
House Republican leaders late March 20 unveiled changes to the American Health Care Act (AHCA), legislation that would repeal and replace parts of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
The AHA is launching a television ad urging Congress to protect health coverage for the most vulnerable as it considers legislation to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
On March 6, House Republican leaders unveiled a legislative package to repeal and replace parts of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
Today, draft legislative language became public regarding potential Affordable Care Act (ACA) repeal and replace legislation that may be considered by the House. This Bulletin summarizes major parts of the bill.
The CMS today issued a proposed rule designed to increase participation in the Health Insurance Marketplaces.