Communications

President's Perspective – Kansas Virtual Health Care Career Day – Feb. 18

Kansas Virtual Health Care Career Day takes students inside Kansas hospitals to explore the many career opportunities in health care and engages them in real-world learning. Students of all ages, and grade levels, are welcome to participate.

U.S. Government Shutdown Ends

On Wednesday night, President Donald Trump signed a bill to reopen the federal government. This bill is a continuing resolution extending fiscal year 2025 funding levels for affected departments and agencies until Jan. 30 of next year.

Register Now for Making the Move: From Doing the Work to Leading the Team – Dec. 3

KHA invites you to attend the first session of our Management and Leadership Training Webinar Series, created to help both new and experienced managers enhance their leadership skills and confidence.

Hidden Traps in Payer Contracts – Dec. 4

During this webinar, health care attorney Richelle Marting will discuss several common terms and conditions in payer contracts that could unknowingly result in revenue loss.

Social Media Toolkit for National Rural Health Day

The toolkit is designed to help health care providers and other rural champions raise awareness and spotlight rural health. Download resources today from the KHA Box account and join the #PowerOfRural movement!

HRSA Approves Manufacturer 340B Rebate Model Applications

The HRSA Office of Pharmacy Affairs has approved eight manufacturer applications for participation in the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program, which is set to start on Jan. 1, 2026.

Virtual Care Nursing: From Readiness to Results

Presented by AONL and the AONL Foundation, this Leadership Symposium will feature three facilitated virtual panel discussions.

The Importance of Radiology in Rural Health Care

In a recent presentation, Kraig Vondran of Roshal Health highlights the critical role of radiology in rural and frontier health care, emphasizing its importance across nearly every medical discipline—from surgery and oncology to emergency medicine and infectious disease management.

Essentials of Medication-Assisted Treatment in Practice Webinar

This free webinar describes the types of FDA-approved medications used to treat substance use disorders, outlines the procedures for initiating, stabilizing, monitoring and adjusting a patient's MAT regimen; and explains how MAT fits into the larger, whole-patient treatment continuum.

Registering for Access to the KHA Website

Haven't registered for a username and password to access the members-only areas of KHA's website? Follow these helpful tips to walk you through the process.

Federal and National News

CMS Clarifies Telehealth and Hospital at Home Claims Hold and CMS Announces New GENEROUS Drug Payment Model.