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On September 30, 2019 the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published in the Federal Register, a final rule that addresses discharge planning requirements for hospitals, critical access hospitals (CAHs), and home health agencies. Provisions of the final rule went into effect November 29, 2019.
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CHA will host a members-only briefing tomorrow, Jan. 8, at 10 a.m. (PT) to review the proposals outlined in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation proposed rule and solicit hospital leaders’ feedback.
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The California Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission has released a statewide Strategic Plan for Suicide Prevention for 2020-25. The plan combines a public health approach with behavioral health interventions, framed by four key strategies: establish a suicide prevention infrastructure, minimize risk for suicidal behavior, enhance early identification of suicide risk and increase access to services based on risk, and improve suicide-related services and supports.
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Following a U.S.-led airstrike last week that killed a leading Iranian general, the federal government believes cybersecurity to be among the highest risks of Iranian retaliation. The American Hospital Association (AHA) yesterday alerted hospitals and health systems to remain vigilant about their data, systems, and networks.
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A copy of the presentation is available for download below. Click here to view the recording of the call.
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CHA has submitted comments on the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) revised draft guidance on clinical decision support (CDS) software, as part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to implement Section 3060(a) of the 21st Century Cures Act.
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ Quality, Safety & Oversight Group reminds providers that online training is available to help surveyors and providers prepare for upcoming surveys. Online courses, web-based training, and video webcasts can be viewed on the Integrated Surveyor Training Website.
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A new law banning pre-dispute employment arbitration agreements, set to take effect Jan. 1, has been temporarily blocked by a lawsuit challenging its validity.
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CHA will host a members-only briefing Jan. 8 at 10 a.m. (PT) to solicit hospital leaders’ feedback on the Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation proposed rule recently issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
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The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has announced a statewide effort, the Debt Free 2021 Campaign, to investigate and close backlogged complaints and facility-reported incidents by the end of 2021. In All Facilities Letter (AFL) 19-42, CDPH details the strategies it will use throughout the campaign and the impact it may have on health care facilities.