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Study demonstrates how physician-owned hospitals threaten patient care in rural communities

The AHA and the Federation of American Hospitals Nov. 18 released a study conducted by Dobson | DaVanzo, underscoring the threat to patient care by expanding physician-owned hospitals in rural communities.
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AHA podcast: How Sentara Health goes beyond their walls to bring care to communities 

Iris Lundy, R.N., vice president of health equity at Sentara Health, discusses their thoughtful approach to delivering accessible and high-quality health care to the ones who need it most.
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AHA webinar: Learn how age-friendly health systems can improve care

The AHA on Aug. 14 at 1 p.m. ET will host a webinar on age-friendly health systems and how they can strengthen care delivery.
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CMS expands tribal health care access by approving Medicaid state plan amendments for 6 states

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services June 13 announced it approved state plan amendments to expand Medicaid access to care for tribal communities in six states: Minnesota, New Mexico, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington and Wyoming
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AHA expresses support for legislation streamlining prior authorization requirements under MA plans

The AHA May 21 voiced support to Senate and House sponsors of the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act, legislation that would reduce the variation in prior authorization methods used for Medicare Advantage plans.
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Use the AHA's Forever Grateful toolkit to help show gratitude for health care workers

The AHA's Forever Grateful social media toolkit features posts and graphics expressing support and appreciation for all health care workers.
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HHS clarifies language access requirements for certain individuals 

The Office for Civil Rights in the Department of Health and Human Services Dec. 5 issued a letter to health care providers and others clarifying language access requirements under a final rule of Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act that became effective in July. The requirements apply to individuals with limited English proficiency and people with disabilities.