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We recommend that the proposed risk-based regulatory framework and strategy for health IT leverage and support existing safety reporting requirements and initiatives and not create a new incident reporting silo labeled “Health IT Safety.”
Whether cheering for soccer, tennis, baseball, softball or another sport, fans no doubt have witnessed the robust and disciplined preparation of star athletes in their field. Using a disciplined and robust financial planning process can guide hospitals and care systems navigating the challenging…
To address the widespread lack of access to basic health care, community health centers serve more than 22 million people at more than 9,000 sites located throughout all 50 states and U.S. territories.
Amicus brief in Browning-Ferris Industries of CA: Standard for Determining Joint Employer Status
CMS’s proposal to change the thresholds that apply to LTCH interrupted stays is unwarranted and should not be implemented.
The AHA strongly opposes any further proposals to restrict the codes that qualify for the 60% Rule presumptive test, including those in the FY 2015 proposed rule.
While we support a number of the inpatient PPS proposed rule’s provisions, we have serious concerns about certain aspects of the Hospital-acquired Condition (HAC) Reduction Program proposals, the Inpatient Quality Reporting (IQR) program proposals and the proposed changes to the cost report…
Building off the 2013 HPOE guide on value-based contracting this guide provides additional financial resources.
The webinar discussed the HPOE guide produced in conjunction with ASHE, 'Environmental Sustainability in Hospitals: The Value of Efficiency.'