Member Update: EOHHS Issues DCC-Q Report for RY24 (July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024); Updated COVID-19 Vaccines; Healthcare Interpretations Task Force (HITF) Addresses Several Life Safety Issues
As the respiratory virus season nears, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has introduced the "Risk Less. Do More." campaign. This nationwide initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of vaccination against flu, COVID-19, and RSV, particularly for those at higher risk, including older adults and long-term care residents.
From Olympic-themed competitions to Pirates of the Caribbean parties, member facilities this summer have hosted many fun and stimulating activities for residents.
MassHealth has announced the formation of a new MassHealth Member Advisory Committee (MAC) to provide advice to MassHealth on topics related to policy development and program implementation to improve quality and access to care for MassHealth members.
The 2025 AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Intent to Apply (ITA) period is now open! AHCA encourages applicants who plan to apply for a 2025 Quality Award to submit an ITA by logging into the Quality Award Portal before the deadline on November 14, 2024.
Join the Massachusetts eHealth Institute (MeHI) and the MassCyberCenter on September 12th at 10 am for the monthly health care provider cybersecurity call.
A federal judge in Texas earlier this week barred the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC’s) Final Non-Compete Rule from taking effect. As previously reported, this non-compete rule was scheduled to go into effect on September 4, 2024.
Member Update: Governor Healey Announces Preliminary Agreement to Keep Five of Seven Steward Hospitals Open; WellCare Medicare Advantage Provider Will Exit Massachusetts in 2025