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It is unclear whether the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) star ratings actually provide accurate and reliable data to the public. As a result, we applaud and thank Reps. James Renacci (R-OH) and Kathleen Rice (D-NY) for introducing a bill to delay, for at least one year, the…
Tom NickelsExecutive Vice President Government Relations and Public PolicyJuly 25, 2016The new mandatory payment models proposed by CMS today represent additional efforts by the Administration to attempt to coordinate patient care across multiple settings. America’s hospitals already are…
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Hospitals & Health Systems Impacting the Opiate Crisis
DOJ also took action to block Anthems acquisition of Cigna
DOJ filed a lawsuit in federal court to block Aetna's acquisition of Humana
The action taken today by the Department of Justice (DOJ) is good news for consumers, who would have faced increased costs and fewer choices for coverage.
What is it?In 2015, Castle Medical Center (CMC) established a partnership with the Kailua Boys and Girls Club that has continued in 2016. The relationship began with a book drive at CMC, soliciting donations for the club. This was followed by a volunteer weekend activity to assist in cleaning and…
The American Hospital Associations (AHA) Board of Trustees has selected Nancy Howell Agee, president and CEO of Carilion Clinic, as its chair-elect designate.