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Pollack: Seize the Moment
AHA president and CEO reminds health care leaders they have an opportunity to shape the future of health care
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Affordable Care Act
These articles review the content and history of the Affordable Care Act, including political and legal challenges to the ACA.
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Nurses Will Play Key Role in Future of Health Care Reform, AHA Chief Says
President and CEO Rick Pollack tells RN execs at the AONE Annual meeting that their voice is needed now more than ever
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Rick Pollack: Make Your Voice Heard in Washington
Washington, D.C., is where key decisions will be made that promise to dramatically impact our field, making the AHA’s Annual Membership Meeting a valuable opportunity to learn and effect change, says the AHA's president and CEO
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House Republican Leaders Release ACA Repeal Legislation
The AHA calls on Congress to protect patients, maintain as much coverage as possible
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A California-First Strategy for Health Care
A large, diverse state strives to protect gains in the value-based redesign of health care
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CMS Releases Proposed Rule to Stabilize Health Insurance Marketplaces
Six areas are covered by the measure, including special enrollment periods and actuarial value
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AHA and FAH’s Letters to Trump Detail Impact of Potential ACA Repeal on Hospitals
The American Hospital Association and the Federation of American Hospitals express concern about impact on patients and communities.
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4 New Tactics the White House is Using to Enroll Millennials in Health Coverage
Efforts include new digital platforms and partnerships coinciding with the administration's Millennial Outreach and Engagement Summit this week.
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6 Actions the Feds Can Take to Stabilize Insurance Markets
American Hospital Association chief says steps are needed to protect patients' access to care.
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Look to Income Inequality to Help Explain Population Health
Having less money is linked to poorer health regardless of personal habits.
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Should Hospitals Learn from Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders?
Today's hospital can be a disrupter like Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders or be bound by tradition.
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Affordable Care Act Low on Priority List of 2016 Voters: Kaiser
New poll from Kaiser Foundation finds terrorism, economy more top of mind for those casting ballots.
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Ian Morrison: How Do We Improve the Connection Between Coverage and Health?
No matter who is running the country, hospitals can learn from what we know about the connection among coverage, affordable care and health outcomes.
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Looking Ahead in 2016: Top 10 Trends in Health Care
The greatest challenge for most organizations will be finding the right pace for adapting to or embracing new payment models.
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ACCESS FOR ALL
New York City aims to improve care coordination for immigrants
Direct Access program aims to add access points, tap into trusted community groups to close care gaps.
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Indiana Hospital Executives Help Kansans with Possible Medicaid Expansion
Forum in Wichita included state legislators from the Sunflower State
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2 Surprise Causes of Readmissions; Not-so-Nobel Prizes; Patient Stars in Broncos Video
Health care news you might have missed from around the Web this week.
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Video: Emerging Rural Health Information Exchanges
Mark Belanger, director of advisory services, Massachusetts eHealth Collaborative in Waltham, says the health information exchange allows rural islands to be connected to one another — information may follow the patient in an efficient way.
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Cadet Nurse Corps Filled an Urgent Home Front Need
Created to fill a shortage during WWII, the program transformed nursing schools.
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Hospital Infection Control: Beyond Hand Washing and Flu Shots
Infectious disease specialists can reduce risks in many hospital functions, such as purchasing equipment, protection during construction, and preparing for disasters.
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Paul Keckley Ph.D.
Paul H. Keckley, Ph.D., pkeckley@paulkeckley.com, does independent health research and policy analysis and is managing editor of The Keckley Report. He is a member of Health Forum’s Speakers Express; for speaking opportunities, please contact Laura Woodburn.