Access & Health Coverage
The CMS Aug. 29 issued a proposed rule that would implement the standards governing health insurance issuers and the Health Insurance Marketplaces for 2018.
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Proposed "site-neutral" OPPS rule poses significant legal risks
Press ReleaseAmerican Hospital Association honors two federal health care leaders
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has approved Arizona’s plan to allow new enrollment in the Children’s Health Insurance Program. “Today’s approval is a step forward for the health of Arizona children in low-income families,” said Vikki Wachino, CMS deputy administrator and…
Health care providers and other stakeholders may email questions and concerns regarding the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ final rule applying certain provisions of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 to Medicaid managed care organizations, Medicaid…
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Statement on DOJ insurance mergers lawsuit
Rick Pollack
AHA President and CEO
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.
Saying the proposed deal would "lead to higher health-insurance prices, reduced benefits, less innovation, and worse service" for consumers, the Department of Justice (DOJ) today filed a lawsuit in federal court to block Aetna's acquisition of Humana.
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Three Hospitals Honored for Commitment to Quality
American Hospital Association-McKesson Quest for Quality Prize Recognizes Hospital Leadership and Innovation in Quality Improvement and Safety
The July 4th holiday will be a long weekend vacation for most Americans, full of patriotic celebrations with family and friends, parades, picnics and fireworks. As we celebrate, it’s a good opportunity for everyone to reflect on the blessings of our liberty and the sacrifices made throughout…
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services today proposed changes to the Payment Error Rate Measurement and Medicaid Eligibility Quality Control programs to reflect how states adjudicate eligibility for Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program under the Affordable Care Act. The…