The newsroom includes access to CHA News, which provides timely information to members every Thursday and is at the core of CHA benefits. In addition, it is also home to resources such as toolkits and talking points designed to help member hospitals and health systems communicate with internal and external audiences on a range of current health care-related issues. Links to CHA media statements and press releases can also be found here.
Newsroom
CHA Comments on Artificial Intelligence in Health Care
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What’s happening: CHA responded to a request for information about the current state of artificial intelligence (AI) in health care from Rep. Ami Bera, MD, (D-CA-6).
What else to know: A copy of the letter was also shared with Reps. Jay Obernolte (R-CA-23) and Ted Lieu (D-CA-36), co-chairs of the bipartisan House taskforce on AI.
Rural Maternal Health Resources Available for Hospitals
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What’s happening: The Health Resources and Services Administration has provided resources, including toolkits and webinar recordings, to support access to safe, high-quality maternity care in rural communities.
What else to know: The complete four-part webinar series is now available.
CHA to Host FFY 2025 IPPS Proposed Rule Webinar
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What’s happening: CHA will host a complimentary, members-only webinar on May 15 at 9:30 a.m. (PT) to discuss the federal fiscal year (FFY) 2025 inpatient prospective payment system (IPPS) proposed rule. Registration is open. What else to know: Comments on the proposed rule are due to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services by June...
CHA to Host ED Resource Relief – Implementing the CARE Act Webinar
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What’s happening: CHA will host a webinar on May 10 at 9 a.m. (PT) about a new option for hospitals to connect frequent users of emergency departments (EDs) and inpatient psychiatric services to the help they need: the Community, Assistance, Recovery & Empowerment (CARE) Act. What else to know: The webinar is free for CHA...
Hospitals No Longer Required to Report COVID-19 Data to HHS
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What’s happening: Hospitals are no longer required to report COVID-19 data mandated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the National Healthcare Safety Network, effective April 30. What else to know: CMS is proposing a new standard — currently under public comment — requiring hospitals...
Media Coverage of CHA Lawsuit Runs Statewide
What’s happening: Statewide and national media coverage of the CHA lawsuit against Anthem Blue Cross includes print articles, news videos, and mentions on local radio stations.
Hearing Set for CHA-Sponsored Seismic Relief Bill
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What’s happening: CHA’s sponsored legislation that would provide relief from California’s 2030 seismic construction mandates passed the Senate Health Committee last week on an 11-0 vote. Senate Bill (SB) 1432 is now set for a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on May 6. What else to know: The chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee is the primary author...
Updates for the Week of April 29
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CY 2023 Medicare Promoting Interoperability Program Hardship Exception Applications Now Open May 10 Deadline: 2024 MIPS Annual Call for Quality and Cost Measures May 15 Deadline: FY 2025 IPFQR Program NHSN Enrollment and COVID HCP Measure Data Submission May 15 Deadline: Review SNF Provider Preview Reports Care Compare and Provider Data Catalog April 2024...
FDA Finalizes Rule on Laboratory-Developed Tests
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What’s happening: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) finalized a regulation of laboratory-developed tests (LDTs), effective July 5.
What else to know: The final rule amends FDA regulations to make explicit that in vitro diagnostic (IVD) products, which include LDTs, are devices under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
CMS Finalizes Rule on Access to Medicaid Services
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What’s happening: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized a rule meant to improve access to care and services for the people enrolled in the Medicaid program.
What else to know: The rule is effective July 9.
