October 21, 2022 DOH Emphasizes Breast and Cervical Cancer Screenings This month, the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) is emphasizing the importance of breast and cervical cancer screenings and the free services available in the state.
October 20, 2022 How COVID-19 Changed Health Care The pandemic may have been a “turning point” that shifted patient care to outpatient, online, and home settings, while accelerating workforce challenges across U.S. hospitals.
October 18, 2022 Senate Committee Advances Health Care Legislation The state Health and Human Services Committee today advanced a series of relevant proposals for the health care community, including initiatives related to pharmacy benefit contracts and oversight of staffing agencies that contract with long-term care facilities.
October 17, 2022 What to Know: 2023 Medicare Open Enrollment Each year, Medicare beneficiaries have an opportunity to change coverage options; now is the time to consider your plan options for 2023.
October 04, 2022 The $100 Million Recommendations to Support Behavioral Health Pennsylvania’s new blue-ribbon commission today released its recommendations about how lawmakers should allocate $100 million in one-time federal funding to support behavioral health.
September 20, 2022 Prior Authorization Bill Clears State House Committee Legislation to reform prior authorization and improve access to care passed the state House Insurance committee today.
September 14, 2022 House Passes Prior Authorization Reform for Medicare Advantage Plans The U.S. House today passed legislation to streamline the prior authorization process for Medicare Advantage (MA) plans and remove administrative barriers that delay care for older adults.
September 12, 2022 Pa. Lawmakers Discuss ‘Very Concerning’ Venue Shopping Rule The return of venue shopping in medical liability cases would have damaging consequences for health care across the commonwealth.
August 26, 2022 How the U.S. Uninsured Rate Reached a Record Low The nation’s uninsured rate reached a record low during 2022, according to new report from the federal government.
August 24, 2022 A Focus on Youth Mental Health During the back-to-school season, behavioral health leaders across the nation are focused on supporting youth mental health and connecting kids to care.