Facilities

Healthcare Cyberattacks: Protecting Facilities with the Right Insurance Partner

Atlanta, Georgia – Health care facilities in the United States face an increasing risk of cyberattacks, with hackers targeting vulnerable systems for financial gain. The need for enhanced cybersecurity measures and comprehensive insurance coverage is essential in protecting hospitals and other healthcare organizations from malicious cyber threats. Cybercriminals view health care networks as lucrative targets due to the vast amount of sensitive information they store, making them susceptible to ransomware attacks. Stephanie Snyder Frenier, SVP …

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Week in Review: CMS Issues Proposed Payment Rules for Psychiatric Facilities, Skilled Nursing Facilities, and Hospice Providers

Wilmington, DE – This week, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has been busy issuing proposed and final rules that will impact various healthcare providers across the country. One of the significant highlights is the proposed FY 2025 payment rules for inpatient psychiatric facilities (IPF), skilled nursing facilities (SNF), and hospice providers. Additionally, CMS finalized rules focused on streamlining Medicaid enrollment processes and limiting short-term, limited duration insurance (STLDI). The Food and Drug …

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Stormwater Capture Facilities in Los Angeles Prevent Environmental Disaster and Save Water for Drought

LOS ANGELES, California – As Southern California experiences record-breaking rainfall, water managers are facing the urgent need to conserve this rainfall to prepare for the next drought. Recent storm runoff in the region has led to both the capturing of stormwater for future use and the struggle to prevent environmental disasters. According to the Los Angeles County Public Works, 2.7 billion gallons of stormwater were captured as rain fell, providing enough water for 65,600 residents …

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