President's Perspective – Prioritizing Our Top Assets

As we look ahead to 2026, one thing remains clear: the strength of Kansas' health care system depends on the people who choose to serve their communities every day. KHA members provide high-quality, compassionate care to Kansans. This commitment continues to shape several KHA workforce initiatives.

Register Now: 2026 Advocacy Day – Jan. 22

KHA encourages CEOs, hospital senior leaders, hospital trustees and Kansas legislators to attend KHA's Advocacy Day in Topeka.

Scholarship Application Window Open – Apply Today

This competitive scholarship supports deserving individuals seeking to enhance their ability to deliver quality care in Kansas. It is a valuable opportunity for hospitals to develop their staff to the next level.

KHA Annual Workforce/Human Resources Surveys in the Field

Three annual KHA workforce surveys are currently live in the field. We encourage your participation.

KHSC Providing Value in the Payroll Processing Arena

KHSC is pleased to announce two new partnerships to address the evolving workforce and payroll needs of Kansas health care organizations.

CDC Updates Childhood Immunization Schedule

This week, HHS announced the CDC has adopted changes to the U.S. childhood immunization schedule.

Curiosity in Care: Building Trust and Supporting Patients with Substance Use Disorder – Jan. 14

This webinar will explain the benefits of communicating without judgment, establish realistic expectations for engaging with SUD patients and describe the importance of screening, intervention and referral.

Applications Are Being Accepted for Additional Physician Residency Positions

Applications are now being accepted for the final allocation of new residency positions created under Sec. 126 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021. Applications are due March 31, 2026, via MEARIS.

Key Policy, Payment and Program Changes Shaping Rural Care in 2026 Webinar – Jan. 15

This session will cover critical updates related to reimbursement, compliance, telehealth, Medicare Advantage, alternative payment models and other evolving requirements that directly impact rural providers.

Discover What's New: Interactive Mapping Tools on Kansas Health Matters – Jan. 22

Conduent, the platform provider for Kansas Health Matters, is hosting a webinar at 1:00 p.m. on Jan. 22 to introduce new interactive mapping tools on the platform.

Exploring How HealthDox Uses AI in Its GRC Suite – Feb. 4

This free webinar will discuss how an AI-assisted governance, risk and compliance platform can streamline policy, risk, compliance, contract and quality management across your organization.

Sign up for Kansas Health Alert Network Notifications

As seasonal illnesses increase and we prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup™, make sure you and your organization receive vital public health and emergency notifications.

United Methodist Health Ministry Fund Survey on EPDST Screenings

The United Methodist Health Ministry Fund invites health care providers across Kansas to participate in a brief survey about experiences with the Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment benefit and billing for this service.

Midwest HIDTA Releases Drug Bulletins to Increase Awareness of Dangerous Drug Trends

The Midwest High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area releases quarterly drug bulletins to report changes in drug trends and to educate and warn about newly identified dangerous substances.

Broselow Rainbow Tape Recall

The Mid-America Regional Council has notified us of a voluntary recall of the AirLife® Broselow Rainbow Tape (2025 Edition, 36-23446 Rev 3). Also note, the AirLife® Broselow Rainbow Tape (2025 Edition, 36-23446 Rev 2) was recalled in May 2025.

Federal and National News

HRSA's Federal Office of Rural Health Policy Announces Three Funding Opportunities, Court Rules in AHA's Favor to Halt Unlawful 340B Changes and MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network.