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Medicare, Access & Health Coverage
AHA Responds to Commentators Calling for Capping Payments at Medicare Rates
Government administered pricing at the Medicare level for all purchasers of health care services – as suggested in a recent opinion piece that appeared in the Washington Post titled, “There’s a genuine solution to our health-care problem” – would disrupt the fragile financing system that ensures the provision of access to essential services for all Americans, and would prevent private-sector innovation that supports medical research, education and the creation of medical miracles.
Redefining the H, AHA Annual Membership Meeting, National Hospital Week
Perspective: Insights from the AHA Annual Meeting
We at the AHA are honored to represent America’s hospitals and health systems and are proud to be your partner on this journey. As National Hospital Week draws to a close, thank you for all you do every day to advance health in America.
National Hospital Week, AHA Annual Membership Meeting
Perspective: Celebrating the Best of America’s Hospitals and Health Systems
On Sunday, May 6, we kick off National Hospital Week and pause to celebrate the 5.5 million women and men who make America’s hospitals and health systems such special places.
Electronic Health Records (EHRs) - Meaningful Use, Regulatory Relief
Perspective: Lifting the Burden on America’s Hospitals and Health Systems
We’re pleased to see CMS follow through on its commitment to reduce regulatory burden. This is crucially needed as we continue, and accelerate, the transition to value-based care.
AHA, Reducing Healthcare Disparities
Perspective: Advancing Health for All
The theme for this year’s National Minority Health Month, “Partnering for Health Equity,” couldn’t be timelier.
Opioids, AHA, AHA Annual Membership Meeting
Perspective: Sharing Your Story on Capitol Hill
This year presents an important opportunity to educate your legislators on the changes taking place in the health care field. They need to hear from you on how your organization is innovating to create greater value and improve affordability, including forming new models and partnerships to deliver care.
Organ/Tissue/Blood Donation
Perspective: The Most Precious Gift
Each April, the AHA joins Donate Life America, the Health Resources and Services Administration and others in highlighting the important role of organ, eye and tissue donation in providing hope and health.
Physician Workforce, Physician Leaders, Physician Issues
Perspective: Partnering for Better Health
The AHA Physician Alliance supports clinical and administrative leadership collaborating effectively for better health of communities.
AHA Annual Membership Meeting
Perspective: See You in Washington
The AHA’s 49th Annual Membership Meeting, May 6-9, comes at a critical time for the hospital and health care field. And its theme – Redefining the “H” – could not be more appropriate.
AHA, Quality & Patient Safety
Perspective: Putting Patients and Their Safety First
Patient Safety Awareness Week is an opportunity for hospitals and health systems to reflect on their patient safety journey and share their progress.