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Two new developments show renewed focus by the state’s principal health plan regulator, the Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC), on unfair health plan payment practices.
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Get ready for federally mandated changes to the Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) process going into effect July 2023. This is not a drill! The deadline is set, a new form is in place, and hospitals must start using it in July. Join us and get details directly from the California Department of Health...
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The California Department of Public Health has developed an infant formula web page (also available in Spanish) to provide the latest information about the supply shortage and connect California families in need of formula to helpful resources.
To increase access to comprehensive care coordination, care management, and a broad array of services for Medi-Cal beneficiaries, CalAIM is standardizing Medi-Cal Long-Term Care (LTC) across the state. Effective January 1, all managed care plans must authorize and cover medically necessary LTC services at Skilled Nursing Facilities. We know you have questions about these changes....
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CHA submitted comments on a proposed rule issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that would exclude noncash benefits — including most Medicaid benefits — when making a public charge inadmissibility determination.
Recent years have brought significant changes to the landscape of emergency departments (ED). With heightened interest of the legislature as indicated by the number of bills specific to the emergency medical system (EMS), more transitions and complications to the health care delivery system might further weaken an already fragile ED foundation. Now is the time...
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A series in the New York Times titled “Profits Over Patients” has presented a flawed narrative of America’s hospitals — specifically not-for-profit health systems. The three articles that have run to date have examined billing practices and charity care, the use of the 340B drug pricing program, and most recently, workforce shortages and staffing.
CHA, along with Brandon Castillo from Bicker, Castillo, and Fairbanks, will walk through the research that leads us toward a new concept for how to discuss the impact and benefits of passing the hospital disaster preparedness plan, commonly known as “Seismic Reform.” They will provide you with information needed to engage with legislators as we work […]
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Vaccinate All 58, a program of the California Department of Public Health designed to promote and inform Californians about COVID-19 vaccines, has developed new communications materials on COVID-19 boosters.
California’s hospitals quickly mobilize and adapt to continue providing patient care during emergencies. These resources provide essential information to support hospitals’ emergency planning and response efforts. Quick Links Search Hospital Disaster Preparedness
