November is National Diabetes Month, and all kinds of events are planned on the local and national levels to bring attention to the burgeoning epidemic.
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Millions of Americans worry about the high costs of life-saving prescription drugs.
As hospitals continue to seek new ways to improve the health of their communities, it’s more important than ever for them to partner with other organizations.
The AHA are for a number of additional regulatory relief steps that can further remove regulatory barriers to better care. They range from aligning quality reporting across all programs and prioritized to focus on “measures that matter” to expanding Medicare coverage of telehealth services that help extend care to patients.
The statistics are staggering. Every day, over 90 Americans die from an opioid overdose.
Last week, the Administration announced that it will halt funding of the cost-sharing reduction payments, or CSRs, that benefit nearly 6 million low- and modest-income Americans who buy coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplaces.
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) released yet another report designed to obfuscate the issue of sky-rocketing drug prices.
Recent events have reminded us that in times of crisis, whether natural or man-made, hospitals are always there, ready to care.
One of the most important steps you can take to avoid serious, flu-related illnesses is to be vaccinated.
The recent events in Las Vegas are shocking, tragic, and heartbreaking. Our country mourns for the many lives lost, and we continue to care for the many more who were injured and are recovering.
America’s hospitals have long helped connect consumers with coverage and are committed to continuing to do so when open enrollment begins Nov. 1 for the 2018 Health Insurance Marketplaces.
Once again, the Senate attempted to pass a proposal to repeal and replace significant parts of the Affordable Care Act. Once again, it met defeat – and we are grateful.
Natural disasters may shut down towns and cities, but they can’t shut down the human spirit.
Once again, health coverage for tens of millions of Americans is at risk. The Senate is considering yet another proposal, by Sens.
Are you ready for the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act or MACRA? The AHA’s MACRA resources are designed to support your needs as you implement MACRA’s sweeping changes.
By Jay Bhatt, D.O., AHA Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer
Today, Washington’s focus – and the media headlines – have begun to shift to matters like tax reform, the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, an infrastructure package, and relie