Press Releases

View all of the press releases for the media on health care issues impacting hospitals and health systems.

America’s hospitals and health systems continue to operate under growing financial challenges that threaten their ability to provide care. At the same time, CMS’ proposed outpatient policies would further reduce resources available, including another insufficient reimbursement update, an excessive…
The American Hospital Association (AHA) today announced the appointment of Steve Walsh as its next President and Chief Executive Officer.
AHA can confirm that Eli Lilly has taken the extraordinary action of denying 340B discounts. Congress should immediately use its oversight authority and demand HHS take a position on drug companies’ attempts to hijack the 340B program through burdensome claims-data demands.
Eli Lilly will soon take the extraordinary step of denying 340B discounts under its unlawful claims data policy.  This decision will undoubtedly harm America’s most vulnerable patients and communities, forcing hospitals to divert resources away from care and towards onerous and expensive…
The Medicaid program is a lifeline for tens of millions of Americans – children, seniors, people with disabilities and hardworking individuals who otherwise do not have access to affordable coverage. The AHA and its members share CMS’ goal of ensuring the fiscal integrity of the Medicaid program so…
The American Hospital Association (AHA) today announced that five exemplary programs have earned the AHA Dick Davidson NOVA Award for their hospital-led collaborative efforts that improve community health.
The American Hospital Association (AHA) and the West Health Institute announced a new three-year initiative to help hospitals and health systems operationalize and scale proven technologies across care environments to improve patient outcomes and support care teams.
The American Hospital Association (AHA) today announced that two federal hospital leaders will be honored for their outstanding service to the health care field.
The American Hospital Association (AHA) today announced that its 2026 Award of Honor will be presented to Carolyn Clancy, M.D., for her long devotion to advancing health care quality and patient safety.
The American Hospital Association (AHA) today announced that its 2026 Award of Honor will be presented to The John A. Hartford Foundation for its dedication to improving care for older adults.