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
CMS Issues Proposed Payment Updates for MA, Part D Programs for CY 2024
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the calendar year (CY) 2024 advance notice for the Medicare Advantage (MA) and Part D prescription drug programs.
CHA Creates Resource to Prepare for End of Public Health Emergency
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CHA has created a resource to assist members in preparing for the termination of state and federal flexibilities at the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) declaration.
Updates on the No Surprises Act Implementation Webinar
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To assist members with a variety of Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) No Surprises Act resources that have recently been updated, CHA will host a webinar on Feb. 9.
Hospital Fragility Spells Danger for CA Patients
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The latest report from nationally respected hospital consulting firm Kaufman Hall affirms the likelihood that in the coming months, even more hospitals will be forced to close or reduce services — a troubling prospect for communities throughout California and the unfortunate reality that Madera County residents already face.
New Infographic from CHA Details How Hospitals Are Financed
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CHA has developed an infographic that details how hospitals get their funding.
New Medicare Beneficiary Notices Must Be Used by April 27
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has announced that hospitals must provide patients with new versions of certain beneficiary notices by April 27.
Federal Public Health Emergency to End on May 11
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The Biden administration plans to end the federal COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) on May 11, a month later than the current April 11 termination date.
Deadline is Feb. 15 to Submit Corrections for Revised FFY 2024 Wage Index Data
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The deadline is Feb. 15 to review revised federal fiscal year 2024 wage index data files and submit correction requests, including supporting documentation.
Medical Board Updates Required ‘Notice to Consumers’ Signage
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The Medical Board of California (MBC) has updated its required “Notice to Consumers” signage — effective Jan. 1 — for physicians, research psychoanalysts, licensed midwives, and polysomnographic technologists, technicians, and trainees.
CHA Web Page on Office of Health Care Affordability Now Available
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CHA has developed a web page that contains information and updates on the Office of Health Care Affordability (OHCA).
