State senator proposes new health system with Medicaid block grants to local governments

State senator proposes new health system with Medicaid block grants to local governments

State Sen. Stephen Meredith of Leitchfield said it’s time to invent a new health care delivery system in Kentucky, and it must be driven by health care providers. Health Policy Forum, held October 11 in Lexington. Before making this assertion, Meredith pointed to a quote from Abraham Lincoln and Peter Drucker: “The best way to … Read more

Hospitals sue state to block new rules requiring charity care coverage for out-of-state residents – The Daily Chronicle

Hospitals sue state to block new rules requiring charity care coverage for out-of-state residents - The Daily Chronicle

Amanda Sullender / Spokesperson-Review (TNS) The Washington State Hospital Association filed a lawsuit Monday against the state Department of Health over a proposed rule allowing out-of-state patients to receive charity care, arguing that such a policy would alienate Washingtonians. Medical care is more difficult to access and more expensive. “It requires hospitals to provide free … Read more

Hospitals sue state to block new rules requiring charity care coverage for out-of-state residents

Hospitals sue state to block new rules requiring charity care coverage for out-of-state residents

The Washington State Hospital Association filed a lawsuit Monday against the state Department of Health over a proposed rule allowing out-of-state patients to receive charity care, arguing that such a policy would alienate Washingtonians. Medical care is more difficult to access and more expensive. “It requires hospitals to provide free or discounted care to anyone … Read more