Advocacy
The latest health care Advocacy content from the American Hospital Association (AHA) for hospital and health system leaders.
America’s hospitals and health systems deliver healing, hope and health to patients in every community across America.
Our shared focus with Congress and Administration is on providing relief from the pandemic, ensuring a smooth recovery, and rebuilding a better health care system for the future. The American Hospital Association continues to incorporate principles that promote improved affordability, value, and…
A fact sheet released July 29 by the Coalition to Strengthen America’s Healthcare features analysis from KNG Health Consulting that shows nearly half of all hospital emergency department visits occur after hours (between 5 p.m. and 8 a.m.).
Hospitals and health systems continue to face unprecedented challenges, including workforce shortages, soaring costs of providing care, severe underpayment by Medicare and Medicaid, and overwhelming regulatory burdens. These challenges are jeopardizing patients’ access to 24/7 care and services.
Members of Congress (MOCs) navigate a complex landscape of information when making policy decisions, drawing insights from staff research, external experts, personal experiences and constituent feedback. While the American Hospital Association (AHA) serves as a strong advocate in Washington, D.C.,…
At the federal level, several legislative initiatives specific to maternal mortality have been enacted. Several other initiatives have been introduced in Congress the last year.
Post-Acute Care Advocacy Alliance Update - for August 10, 2023.
Post-Acute Care Advocacy Alliance News Update for July 14, 2023.