Communications

President’s Perspective – Putting Patients First Is What We Do

KHA has launched Champions Together, a public perception campaign focused on teamwork, unity and achievement demonstrated by hospitals and providers as we put patients first. We are encouraging Kansans to share their stories of championing their health care together.

What You Need to Know: Week 1 of the FIFA World Cup 26™ Kansas City

After thousands of hours of planning and preparation, the first match was held at Kansas City Stadium on Tuesday, June 16, when Argentina played Algeria. KHA will continue to inform hospitals about available resources, health care impacts and other emerging issues as the World Cup continues.

New EMResource™ View to Communicate Transfer Information

Recognizing that the FIFA World Cup 26™ could disrupt typical transfer patterns between hospitals, KDHE's Preparedness Program has developed a view in EMResource™ shared by our Missouri Hospital Association and Juvare partners.

Jaron Caffrey Promoted to Vice President Government Relations and Policy

Jaron will take on more responsibility in KHA’s advocacy efforts, working closely with state and federal policymakers, member hospitals and key stakeholders to advance policies that support Kansas hospitals and the patients they serve. Please join us in congratulating Jaron.

KHA Board Nominations Requested

If you know of someone who would be a good addition to the KHA Board, or if you would like to be considered for nomination, please contact Tammy Peterman, KHA Board chair, at tpeterman@kumc.edu, or Chad Austin at caustin@kha-net.org, by Friday, June 26.

At the Crossroads of Crisis Webinar – June 25

KHA is pleased to partner with DCCCA to cohost a webinar titled At the Crossroads of Crisis: The Intersection of Substance Use Disorder and Intimate Partner Violence, from 1 to 2 p.m. on June 25.

Save the Date for the HFMA Revenue Cycle Improvement Workshop – July 16-17

Details are being finalized and will be coming soon for the HFMA Revenue Cycle Improvement Workshop, July 16-17, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Hutchinson. 

Direct Physician Supervision Regulation for Fluoroscopy

KDHE's Bureau of Facilities and Licensing has been fielding questions from speech therapists about supervision requirements during fluoroscopy. As a reminder, under Kansas Administrative Regulation 28-34-12(p), "Fluoroscopy shall be conducted by or under the direct supervision of a physician."

CMS Issues Change Request for CAH Method II Billing

CMS issued an MLN Matters change request regarding Method II Critical Access Hospital billing. Effective Monday, June 29, CAHs will be required to bill professional services that have rendering NPIs at the line level.

KDHE Launches Substance Use Disorder Anti-Stigma Campaign

KDHE has launched a new statewide media campaign, Be the Spark, focused on reducing stigma surrounding substance use disorder and highlighting recovery is possible.

HRSA Announced Rural Communities Opioid Response Funding Opportunities

HRSA recently announced planning and impact grants within its Rural Communities Opioid Response Program. Both grant applications are due by July 8.

ACOG Releases 2026 Maternal Immunization Schedule

Last week, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists released its 2026 maternal immunization schedule.

Upcoming Immunize Kansas Coalition Webinars for Health Care Professionals

Immunize Kansas Coalition has two upcoming webinar opportunities for health care professionals from noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30.

Barriers to Timely Treatment in Severe Hypertension in Pregnancy Webinar – July 10

The Kansas Council of Health System Pharmacy is offering a webinar from noon to 1 p.m. on July 10 on Barriers to Timely Treatment in Severe Hypertension in Pregnancy.

Federal and National News

Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program, Trust in Standards and Oversight, Download your Q1 FY 2026 PEPPER, New OTC Naloxone Nasal Spray for Opioid Overdose Approved, Essential Health Benefits Request for Information, Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program Proposed Rule, Final Rule with Comments about Strengthening Oversight of Accrediting Organizations