There is a primary election today, August 27. Be sure you know where the candidates stand on importan
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August 27 · Issue #575 · View online
Providing you with the latest health care headlines almost daily. Carefully crafted by Shawn Rossi. Questions? Email srossi@mhanet.org.
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There is a primary election today, August 27. Be sure you know where the candidates stand on important healthcare issues…and VOTE!
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Hospitals say reform is critical to survival
For months, conversations about Medicaid expansion has hit an all-time high. The issue has been at the forefront with lawmakers concerning whether it should be expanded or if it should just stay the same.
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[MHA Webinar] EMTALA 2019 Update: A Three-Part Webinar Series
Every hospital that has an emergency department and accepts Medicare or Medicaid reimbursement must follow the federal law and CMS interpretive guidelines on Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA).
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MSCPA Health Care Services Conference
The MSCPA is the largest professional organization serving the needs of Mississippi CPAs. Their Health Services Conference is set for September 27 from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. in Ridgeland. Remote attendance is available. Eight CPE credits will be given.
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Health Officials Report One New Human Case of West Nile Virus
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) recently reported one new human case of West Nile virus (WNV) for 2019, bringing the state total to seven this year. The new case was reported in Forrest County.
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DECISION 2019 PROFILE: Bill Waller Jr.
Mississippi’s former chief justice has forced a Republican runoff election for the state’s highest elective office.
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Reeves, Waller Mississippi governor runoff: What you need to know
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and former Supreme Court Chief Justice Bill Waller Jr. face off Tuesday in a runoff for the Republican primary.
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'It's a hell of a big mess:' Hinds GOP chairman says Democrats voting in Republican runoff
Voters who cast a ballot for Democrats in the primary are improperly allowed to vote in Republican runoff.
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'A clear divide': Dueling 11th-hour letters expose widening GOP chasm in Tate Reeves-Bill Waller governor runoff
A clear generational divide exists between vocal and prominent supporters of the two men vying for the Republican gubernatorial nomination on Tuesday, Aug. 27
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Mystery Group Puts $13 Million Into Ads on Surprise Health Bills
A shadowy group has spent more than $13 million since July advertising in states with vulnerable senators to oppose legislation that would rein in medical bills that take patients by surprise.
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CMS wants hospitals to post their rates. But hospitals aren't sure how
Some hospitals are struggling to figure out how to meet a proposed requirement to post payer-negotiated rates online, with a final January deadline likely looming.
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The New Hospital Price Disclosure Rule Is Important, But Only A First Step
The new price disclosure provision is included as a proposed requirement in the administration’s annual rule governing hospital outpatient services. It will go into effect, if finalized, in 2020 unless threatened lawsuits by hospitals are successful in delaying it.
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9/26 Free AHRQ Webinar on the Role of Health IT to Improve Care Transitions
Registration is open for a webinar on Sep. 26 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. ET to discuss how health IT can improve care transitions for patients with complex conditions. Presenters will discuss their work on smartphone-based applications to improve care coordination, an interactive patient-centered discharge toolkit to promote self-management, and the role of clinical decision support in improving care transitions for patients with multiple chronic diseases.
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American Hospital Association recorded a $6.4 million loss due to some one-time expenses in 2018
The Chicago-based American Hospital Association recorded a $6.4 million loss last year due to some one-time expenses.
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ASHE addresses definition of high-efficiency filters
The Joint Commission recently published an article in EC News on strategies to prevent mold in the health care environment. The article, “Putting a Hold on Mold,” explains the dangers of mold in the health care environment and details several routine maintenance activities to help combat the issue.
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CDC/STRIVE Release Additional Free Infection Control Training Courses
The CDC recently launched their Environmental Cleaning and Personal Protective Equipment courses, the latest in a series of 11 new infection control training courses. These courses are part of the new States Targeting Reduction in Infections via Engagement (STRIVE) curriculum intended for the infection prevention team, hospital leaders, clinical educators, nurse and physician managers, environmental services managers, all patient care staff, and patient/family advisors.
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