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Providers Alerted About Resistant Infections in Patients Receiving Surgery Abroad
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A travel alert recently issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notifies providers of recent cases of surgical site infections in U.S. residents who underwent invasive medical procedures in Tijuana, Mexico.
EMSA Seeks Comments on Statewide Trauma System Triage and Transfer Resource Guide
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The Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) is in the process of updating its Statewide Trauma System Triage and Transfer Resource Guide. The draft guide incorporates feedback from a previous comment period in 2017. Due to the time elapsed since then, EMSA has offered another comment period.
Additional FAQs Issued on New State Law for Opioid Prescriptions
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Last week, CHA shared information about problems some providers have had in implementing a new state law requiring controlled substance security prescription forms to include a unique serial number. This week, the California Board of Pharmacy released updated frequently asked questions about the law’s requirements and enforcement.
CHA Comments on CMS’ Proposed Managed Care Rule
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CHA submitted the attached comment letter responding to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) proposed rule that would change managed care regulations for Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). While most of the rule’s proposals are technical adjustments or changes that have little impact on the Medi-Cal managed care program, some could impact the managed care portion of the Hospital Fee Program.
Providers Report Problems Implementing New State Law for Opioid Prescriptions
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As of Jan. 1, controlled substance security prescription forms must include a new, unique serial number in a format approved by the Department of Justice. However, the new requirement does not allow for a transition period during which providers would be allowed to use the previously approved form, and those who do not have access to the new forms have been forced to choose between denying care and risking action against their licenses.
New Law Requires Prescribers to Offer Approved Drugs for Opioid Depression
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Prescribers are now required to offer naloxone hydrochloride, or another drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration, to patients who experience certain conditions related to opioid depression. The Medical Board of California has released frequently asked questions to assist providers in implementing the new requirements, which took effect Jan. 1.
Palliative Care Pilot Program Participants Required to Use New Web-Based Reporting Tool
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In All Facilities Letter 18-57, the California Department of Public Health announces a new web-based data collection tool intended to assist providers that participate in the Palliative Care Pilot Program with annual reporting. Program participants must submit certain information using this tool by Jan. 1 of each program year. 2018 reports were due Jan. 1, 2019, but the online reporting portal will remain open through March 1.
Gov. Newsom Releases State Budget Proposal
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Yesterday, Gov. Newsom released his first proposed state budget, totaling $209 billion for 2019-20. CHA was pleased to see health care as a primary focus of the budget. Other clear priorities are early childhood development, housing and paying down debt.
CMS Increases Certain Laboratory Fees By 20 Percent
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a notice increasing fees for laboratories certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) by 20 percent.
House Reauthorizes Hospital Preparedness Program
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The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed legislation (H.R. 269) that includes the Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness and Advancing Innovation Act. The measure reauthorized the Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) at an increased amount, including reserving a percentage of HPP funds for the purpose of developing regional health care emergency preparedness and response systems. CHA supports the measure and is hopeful that the Senate will act soon.
