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HHS announces initiative with insurers to streamline prior authorizations 

The Department of Health and Human Services June 23 announced an initiative coordinated with multiple health insurance companies to streamline prior authorization processes for patients covered by Medicare Advantage, Medicaid managed care plans, Health Insurance Marketplace plans and commercial plans.

AHA podcast: 20% Drop in Sepsis Mortality — Inside Ochsner Health’s Life-Saving Strategy 

Ochsner Health's Stephen Saenz, sepsis program manager, and Teresa Arrington, director of robust process improvement for quality and patient safety, reveal how a mix of smart technology, clinician-led design and flexible implementation reduced sepsis-related mortality by 20% across its health system.

New AHA TV, digital ad urges Congress to protect access to hospital care 

The AHA this week is launching a new ad urging Congress to protect access to hospital care as it considers legislation that could have far-ranging negative consequences for patients, communities and hospitals across America.

CMS releases final rule on Marketplace Integrity and Affordability

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services June 20 announced it is finalizing its 2025 Marketplace Integrity and Affordability final rule.

Iowa district court vacates CMS minimum nurse staffing requirements

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Iowa June 18 vacated components of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ minimum nurse staffing rule requiring nursing homes to have a registered nurse onsite 24/7 and prescribing a minimum total nurse staffing hours per resident day.

Video highlights how Medicaid cuts could impact nursing, other health care jobs

A new video in the AHA’s series “Medicaid: Real Lives, Real Care” features insight from Leah Blackwell, R.N., vice president and chief nursing officer at Memorial Hermann Hospital-Texas Medical Center.

FDA approves first semiannual HIV prevention drug

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new, first-of-its-kind semiannual HIV prevention medication, Gilead Sciences announced June 18.

Applications open for 2026 Circle of Life Award

The AHA’s Circle of Life Award celebrates innovation in palliative and end-of-life care.

New AHA website focuses on behavioral health care in older adults

As the American population ages, the behavioral health care needs of older adults are becoming an area of vital focus.

AHA releases care delivery transformation resources

The American Hospital Association launched a Care Delivery Transformation Framework to provide hospitals with tools and resources to develop and implement innovative care models.