One way to combat the mental health challenges health care professionals face on the job is to address them directly, according to experts at AHN Forbes Hospital, (Allegheny Health Network). Investing in mental health support for their teams can help hospitals reduce stress, burnout, and workplace violence, said Tinamarie Estes-Washington, DNP, RN, PCCN, NEA-BC, during her presentation at HAP’s recent Workforce Summit.

Data plays a critical role helping policymakers understand the challenges facing Pennsylvania’s health care system and communities and informing solutions to protect access to care, health care and business leaders said during a panel discussion this morning.

A new CMS proposed rule would require insurers to process prior authorization requests for drugs more quickly and publish approval and denial rates.