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.
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Discount Deadline Approaches for Sept. 12 CHA Workforce and Human Resources Member Forum
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Join colleagues Sept. 12 for CHA’s Human Resources & Workforce Development Member Forum in Sacramento. Register before Aug. 15 for the $30 registration discount; after that, registration will increase to $40. The event is open to all CHA member hospital employees who are interested in or responsible for human resources or workforce development.
Health Alert Issued on Severe Pulmonary Disease Associated With Cannabis Vaping
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The California Health Alert Network (CAHAN) reports that, since June, seven cases of severe acute pulmonary disease requiring hospitalization and respiratory support among adults who have been vaping cannabis or cannabidiol oils have been reported to the Kings County Health Officer. Clinicians who encounter similar cases should report them to their local health department.
Final Rule Expands List of Programs to Be Considered Under ‘Public Charge’ Test
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On Aug. 12, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) finalized a rule to change the policy under which the federal government can deny immigrants U.S. entry or adjustment to their legal permanent resident status (e.g., green card) if they are determined likely to become public charges (see CHA’s response). The final rule expands the list of programs that may be considered for determining public charge status, to include not only cash assistance and long-term care but also certain health care, nutrition, and housing programs.
CHA to Hold Member Briefing on Finalized Area Wage Index Proposal, Next Steps
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CHA will host a complimentary members-only briefing Aug. 16 from 10-11 a.m. (PT) to update members on the finalized changes to the area wage index in the federal fiscal year 2020 inpatient prospective payment system final rule, as well as CHA’s next steps.
CHA Submits Comments to CMS with Suggestions for Reducing Regulatory Burden
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CHA has submitted comments responding to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) request for information on reducing regulatory burden on hospitals and other health care providers. As part of its Patients over Paperwork initiative, CMS seeks input on ways to alleviate unnecessary administrative burden and improve patient care.
TriWest to Administer California’s VA Community Care Network
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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has awarded TriWest Healthcare Alliance (TriWest) a contract to administer the VA’s Community Care Network (CCN) in California. TriWest will establish and maintain a network of community care providers in the state, as outlined in the Veterans Community Care Program final rule.
CMS Issues Calendar Year 2020 ESRD/DMEPOS Proposed Rule
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued its proposed rule revising the end-stage renal disease (ESRD) prospective payment system (PPS) and policies related to durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS) for calendar year (CY) 2020. CHA has made available a detailed summary of the proposed rule, prepared by Health Policy Alternatives. Comments on the proposed rule are due Sept. 27.
2017-19 Hospital Fee Program Invoices Due Aug. 22
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Last week, the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) sent hospitals invoices covering the first phase of managed care directed payments (MC2 DP(A)) for the 2017-19 Hospital Fee Program. The invoices cover July 1 – Dec. 31, 2017, and are due Aug. 22.
Updates for the Week of Aug. 5
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services this week released the following information:
Reminder: Aug. 15 Deadline for Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF), Long-Term Care Hospital (LTCH), and Skilled-Nursing Facility (SNF) Quality Reporting Program Data Submission
IRF Quality Reporting Data Submission Deadlines LTCH Quality Reporting Data Submission Deadlines SNF Quality Reporting Program Data Submission Deadlines
Hospice CASPER Review and Correct Reports Available for Download
Updated Discharge Planning for Homeless Patients Guidebook Now Available
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CHA has updated the Discharge Planning for Homeless Patients guidebook and released a free PDF download for CHA members.
