Capitol Comments Newsletter – September 10, 2025

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SHIP is your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program. SHIP provides unbiased help to Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers. Whether you are new to Medicare, reviewing Medicare plan options, or have questions on how to use your Medicare, SHIP can help.

careLearning Informational Webinar – Sept. 16

In this webinar, participants will gain practical knowledge of how careLearnings LearningManagement System will help organize and manage your education. careLearning also offers a new pricing model for smaller facilities that allows an a la carte feature selection, so you only pay for what you need. careLearning is a non-profit member service of the Kansas Hospital Association and over 40 other state hospital associations.

Broadband Informational Webinar - Sept. 16

Healthworks created the Healthcare Connect Fund consortium to enable members to access subsidies collectively and secure contracts with the Federal Funding Group. Join us to learn more about the eligibility of sites and services.

KHEA Educational Program - Sept. 16-18

The Kansas Healthcare Engineers' Association is organized to advance the development of effective procedures in health care facilities and to provide educational opportunities for the personal growth of its members.

Administrative Professional Networking Roundtable - Sept. 17

Administrative professionals and executive assistants are encouraged to register for KHA's Administrative Professional Networking Roundtable. This isn't just another webinar; active participation is encouraged, so please have your cameras on and audio ready.

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September 10, 2025

Senate Government Oversight Committee Hears about MCO Use of Prior Authorization
Today, the Senate Government Oversight Committee heard from the state inspector general on a variety of topics related to the State Nutritional Assistance Program, as well as active audits and those in process.

340B and PBMs Topic of Upcoming Interim Committee
The Senate Vice President, Tim Shallenburger (R-Baxter Springs), requested the formation of an interim committee to discuss the topics of 340B and Pharmacy Benefit Managers. The 2025 Special Committee on Pharmaceutical Studies committee meeting has been set for Sept. 26.

Legislative Dinners Begin Soon
These dinners are designed for hospital leadership, staff and board members to speak with elected officials and their staff about issues of importance. We hope that you will use this opportunity to engage with policymakers while KHA is in your area.

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Senate Government Oversight Committee Hears about MCO Use of Prior Authorization

(Sept. 10, 2025) – Today, the Senate Government Oversight Committee heard from the state inspector general on a variety of topics related to the State Nutritional Assistance Program, as well as active

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President's Perspective – Looking Forward to the KHA Annual Convention

(Aug. 29, 2025) – We look forward to seeing all of you in Wichita. If you haven't registered yet, that's okay. We'll have on-site registration available. Join us! This year's theme, Mission: Possible

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Harold Courtois To Receive Association's Highest Honor

(Sept. 2, 2025) - The Charles S. Billings Award recognizes distinguished service and outstanding contributions to the field of health care in Kansas. Harold Courtois, retired CEO, Memorial Health System, Abilene, is the 45th recipient of this award.

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