What’s happening: Due to the continuity of electrical power required to support patient care, requirements for health care microgrids are above and beyond those of traditional microgrids — and health care facilities with microgrid projects under the Department of Health Care Access and Information’s (HCAI’s) jurisdiction can turn to a new microgrid advisory guide for assistance understanding the process.
(more…)HCAI’s Advisory Guide Explains Health Care Microgrid Requirements and More
Learn About California’s Corporate Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program at Upcoming Virtual Workshop
What’s happening: The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will hold a virtual public workshop on May 29 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (PT) to share developments on California’s Corporate Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program, which will require certain entities doing business in California to annually report specific emission data.
(more…)Upcoming Webinar to Detail IPPS Proposed Rule’s Impact
What’s happening: On May 21, CHA will host a members-only webinar to discuss the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS’) federal fiscal year (FFY) 2026 inpatient prospective payment system (IPPS) proposed rule, which includes a net 2.4% payment rate increase — far below what hospitals need to keep up with rising costs and health care needs.
(more…)CHA Recommends Prop 35 Funding Methodology to DHCS
What’s happening: On April 25, CHA submitted to the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) comments on how to best allocate Proposition (Prop) 35 funding in 2025 and beyond.
(more…)Next Week’s Prop 35 Webinar to Examine Delays, Share CHA’s Strategy
What’s happening: On May 8, CHA will host a members-only webinar to provide an overview of Proposition (Prop) 35 and CHA’s strategy to push for expeditious implementation, and share when dollars may realistically flow to hospitals.
(more…)CDPH Announces Stakeholder Meeting on Psychiatric Hospital Staffing Regulations
What’s happening: The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) released All Facilities Letter (AFL) 25-16 on April 29, announcing the beginning of its regulatory process for establishing nurse-to-patient ratios in acute psychiatric hospitals.
(more…)Acute Psychiatric Hospitals Should Review Adverse Event Reporting Policies
What’s happening: The California Department of Public Health released All Facilities Letter (AFL) 25-15 on April 29, reminding acute psychiatric hospitals about existing requirements to report adverse events and unusual occurrences.
(more…)Parents Get Second Chance at Life
When Arash and his wife Stephanie were diagnosed with cancer, City of Hope gave them the support and care they needed to survive, change their lifestyle, and live more authentically.
(more…)Patient Overcomes Painful Vascular Condition
JanMichael learned she had chronic venous insufficiency at 74, she turned to Eisenhower Desert Cardiology Center for help. Thanks to Dr. Wick’s recommendation for a radiofrequency vascular ablation, she now feels a huge difference in her daily life: “After all the years I suffered with this, I feel like I have new legs,” Schulist said.
Kristy Regains Normalcy Through Surgery
After experiencing fatigue and stomach pain, a scan led to Kristy’s diagnosis of peritoneal cancer. She turned to Cottage Gynecologic Oncology Clinic, where Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital offered an advanced two-part surgical procedure — more effective than standard chemotherapy with fewer side effects. Now, Kristy is back to enjoying life with her family and friends and grateful for the care she received at Cottage: “From my very first appointment, I knew I was in good hands,” she said.