California Supreme Court Blocks Publication of Unfavorable Ruling for Hospitals
What’s happening: The California Supreme Court has upheld the Court of Appeal in Los Angeles' (Division 5) decision to keep an unfavorable ruling for hospitals unpublished, ensuring it cannot be cited as precedent in future cases involving insurers and reimbursement for emergency services. The case involved a request from the California Association of Health Plans (CAHP) to publish an opinion in favor of United Healthcare...
CHA Files Opening Brief in Anthem Lawsuit Appeal
What’s happening: CHA’s efforts to hold Anthem Blue Cross accountable for violating California’s patient protection laws took an important step forward this week: CHA filed its opening brief appealing a February ruling in which Judge Kenneth Freeman decided to abstain.
Court Finds CDPH Incorrectly Interpreted Breach Penalty Law, Upholds Win for Hospitals
What’s happening: On Sept. 23, the Third District Court of Appeal upheld a trial court’s ruling that the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) must prove a hospital’s or other health facility’s administrative, physical, or technological safeguards were inadequate before imposing a penalty — a decision with statewide implications for health privacy enforcement.
New Memo Examines Impact of Federal Activity on Hospitals’ Equity Reporting and Supplier Diversity Requirements
What’s happening: CHA issued a memo that outlines federal executive orders on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies and explains how they intersect with California laws on hospital equity and disparity reporting, as well as supplier diversity requirements.
CHA Files Amicus Brief Opposing Drug Manufacturers’ Lawsuits Over 340B Rebate Models
What’s happening: CHA has filed an amicus (“friend of the court”) brief with 36 other state and regional hospital associations supporting the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) against pharmaceutical manufacturers’ appeal of rulings related to 340B Drug Pricing Program rebate models.
CMS 2026 OPPS Proposed Rule
CHA Encourages Members to Participate in the Vitality Index Payer Scorecard
What’s happening: CHA is endorsing member participation in the Vitality Index Payer Scorecard, which will provide critical information to support CHA’s advocacy to hold insurers accountable for timely and accurate reimbursement.
Consent Manual
Overview The Consent Manual is your one-stop resource for all legal requirements related to patient consent for medical treatment, release of medical information, reporting requirements and more. It details exactly what the law requires and what you need to do to comply. (50th edition, 2024) Contents Chapters: Patients’ Rights and Interpreter Services Basic Principles of Consent Who […]