IHI and NPSF to merge
The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) and the National Patient Safety Foundation (NPSF) have agreed to merge, effective May 1.
Avera Heart Hospital names new president
Avera Heart Hospital has appointed Michael E. (Mick) Gibbs as its new president, the hospital announced on its Facebook page. Gibbs will lead Avera Heart Hospital and serve as cardiac and vascular service line leader for Avera Health.
AHA launches ad urging Congress to protect health coverage for most vulnerable
The American Hospital Association (AHA) is launching a television ad urging Congress to protect health coverage for the most vulnerable as it considers legislation to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
State licensure office encouraging providers to check out CMS’s ‘Hand in Hand’ training
The South Dakota Office of Licensure and Certification is encouraging nursing facilities and other health care providers to view and educate staff on the “Hand in Hand” training program from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The six-part series includes training on the disease process, abuse and reporting abuse, communication, actions and reactions, abuse prevention and making a difference in the life of residents with dementia.
MedPAC issues March report to Congress
The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) has released its March report to Congress.
House Budget Committee narrowly approves AHCA
The House Budget Committee on Thursday narrowly approved the American Health Care Act (ACHA), with three Republicans joining Democrats in opposition to the legislation. The committee voted 19-17 for the House Republican bill to repeal and replace parts of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and the AHCA now heads to the Rules Committee before going up for debate on the House floor.
SDAHO urges members to reach out to representatives on AHCA
SDAHO, in step with our national partners at the American Hospital Association (AHA) and LeadingAge, is urging members to reach out to their representatives to express their views on the American Health Care Act (AHCA) legislation to repeal and replace parts of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
SDAHO gearing up for annual Continuing Care Conference
SDAHO is holding its 18th annual Continuing Care Conference Wednesday, April 26-Thursday, April 27 at the Cedar Shore Resort in Oacoma/Chamberlain. The conference is designed to create the opportunity for networking and education for post-acute care professionals including administrators, directors of nursing, nursing staff, social services, activity coordinators and home health directors and staff.
SDHFMA holding annual meeting next week
The South Dakota chapter for the Healthcare Financial Management Association (SDHFMA) is holding its spring meeting in Sioux Falls next week. The event at the Hilton Garden Inn South at 5300 S Grand Circle runs Wednesday, March 22 through Friday, March 24.
Nominees sought for Robert Wood John Foundation Award for Health Equity
LeadingAge is encouraging members to submit nominations for the Robert Wood John Foundation Award for Health Equity. The award recognizes an individual or a team of two individuals who have successfully implemented a systems change approach to reducing health disparities. The applications deadline is April 30.
