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Webinar Series Equips Journalists to Investigate Health Care Business Practices

DENVER, Colorado – The Association of Health Care Journalists (AHCJ) and Investigative Reporters and Editors are teaming up to offer a webinar series on health care reporting and investigative journalism. The free webinar series, “Follow the Money: The Business of Health Care,” aims to equip journalists with the tools they need to cover the financial side of health care. With the generous support of the NIHCM Foundation, the series will cover topics such as where …

“Oral Health Care Access” Compact Gains Traction in Multiple States

MADISON, Wisconsin – Legislation in various U.S. states is aiming to make it easier for professionals to obtain occupational licenses across state lines, addressing workforce shortages and increasing access to oral health care. The proposed reform, known as the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact (DDHC), has already gained support from lawmakers and organizations in Wisconsin, and other states like Missouri, Kansas, and more are considering similar measures. The universal licensing reform legislation, which seeks to …

Shortage Crisis: Pennsylvania Hospitals Struggle to Fill Health Care Workforce Needs

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) recently released a report detailing the challenges that hospitals in the state are facing when it comes to hiring and retaining healthcare professionals. According to the report, while Pennsylvania hospitals have made some progress in reducing care team turnovers, they continue to struggle with filling direct care positions. The report highlights the ongoing shortage of healthcare workers in Pennsylvania and across the country, a …

Supreme Court Could Overturn Chevron Doctrine, Creating Health Care Chaos

Washington, D.C. – The Supreme Court is preparing to hear arguments in a case that could have significant implications for abortion access in the United States. In addition, a Dutch manufacturer has agreed to stop selling its devices in the U.S. following a major recall. These developments have the potential to impact federal health agencies and regulations, setting the stage for a potential upheaval in the healthcare system. The case at the heart of the …

Duke Health & Durham Public Schools Receive $29.5M Grant to Address Critical Shortage of Nurses and Other Health Care Professionals

DURHAM, North Carolina – Duke Health in Durham, North Carolina, is facing an annual shortage of more than 5,000 nurses and more than 1,200 nursing care assistant positions. The healthcare system also has hundreds of openings for other healthcare professionals, including certified medical assistants, respiratory care practitioners, medical lab scientists, clinical research coordinators, and surgical technicians. In response to the shortage, Duke Health has been partnering with Durham Public Schools and Durham Technical Community College …

Medical Mutual Announces Purchase of Toledo-Based Paramount Health Care, Expanding Coverage in Ohio and Michigan

CLEVELAND, Ohio – Medical Mutual and Toledo-based Paramount Health Care announced their agreement for Medical Mutual to acquire Paramount Health Care, a health insurance company operating in Ohio and Michigan. The acquisition, pending regulatory approval, is expected to be finalized by May 1. Paramount Health Care offers a variety of health insurance plans, including Medicare Advantage, individual plans under the Affordable Care Act, commercial group, and short-term insurance plans. With over 77,000 health plan members …

Colorado Extends Health Coverage to Immigrants Without Legal Status as States Across the U.S. Grapple With Similar Initiatives

FORT COLLINS, Colorado – Gabriel Henao found himself in Colorado after fleeing his native Colombia to escape threats on his life from a guerrilla group. The 44-year-old settled in Fort Collins in July 2022, hoping for a fresh start. However, the severe stomach pain he had been experiencing since his time in Mexico continued to plague him in the United States. Henao, a former business owner in Colombia, was unable to afford health insurance on …

Enforcement of Health Care Antitrust Laws to Continue in 2023: Review of Challenges to Provider and Payer Mergers

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As 2023 drew to a close, antitrust enforcement in the health care industry remained a top priority for U.S. regulatory agencies. From providers to patients, and payers to pharmaceutical and device manufacturers, all sectors of the health care industry should anticipate robust antitrust enforcement from the Biden Administration in the upcoming election year. This comes as the administration continues to address concerns raised in President Biden’s July 2021 Executive Order, which highlighted …

Lifestyle Is An Important Factor In Retirement

Retirees now have the opportunity to select how they want to spend their time. Some people like to unwind after a long and demanding profession, while others are eager to go on to the next adventure. Many people will go through phases of leisure and innovation throughout their retirement. While the amount of money you have saved for retirement may limit your retirement lifestyle, there are several methods to live a high-quality life on a …

COVID-19 Hospital Seeks Coverage Under Health Care Endorsement in Property Policy

BOSTON, MA – A recent ruling by the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has significant implications for hospitals seeking coverage for losses incurred while complying with government decontamination orders during the COVID-19 outbreak. Lawrence General Hospital, a nonprofit community hospital in northeastern Massachusetts, sought coverage under a health care endorsement in its property policy for losses allegedly stemming from the pandemic. The Court’s decision could impact insurers that include communicable disease coverage as a …