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KHA Calendar
HFMA Educational Program - Oct. 22-24
he Healthcare Financial Management Association is a national organization for healthcare financial management professionals. Its members are employed by hospitals, integrated delivery systems, long-term and ambulatory care facilities, managed care organizations, medical group practices, public accounting and consulting firms, insurance companies, government agencies, and other healthcare organizations.
KARQM Education Program - Oct. 22
For more information regarding this program, contact Larry Van Der Wege at (785) 233-7436, ext. 103 or lvanderwege@kha-net.org
KCMHC Fall Council Meeting - Oct. 22
The Kansas City Metropolitan Healthcare Council is a policy division of The Health Alliance of MidAmerica. Formerly known as the Greater Kansas City Health Council, it works with local hospitals on areas of collective interest.
KHELSA Education Program - Oct. 23-24,
KHELSA provides networking, support and education for persons involved in the many facets of housekeeping and laundry for health care institutions. By sponsoring statewide educational programs, members stay informed about management issues, as well as housekeeping and laundry issues.
KHA Legislative Dinner - Oct. 28
We are excited to offer the membership the opportunity to discuss some of the challenges and opportunities at your hospitals with policymakers. This year, we are excited to host legislative dinners throughout the state featuring interactive conversations about hospital challenges.
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September 19, 2025

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President's Perspective – Federal Advocacy Efforts
Last week, I traveled to Washington, DC, and made the rounds on Capitol Hill with different Kansas hospital executives. The conversations we had were enlightening, especially considering the tense, hurry-up-and-wait atmosphere regarding health care policy.

 

   

 
KHC Newssletter

Kansas Healthcare Collaborative Update
After thoughtful and careful consideration, the KHC Board has made the difficult decision to initiate a significant operational transition effective Oct. 3, 2025. We recognize the significant impact KHC has made across Kansas health care organizations, but even in strong financial years, sustaining an organization primarily funded through grants is challenging.

 

   

 
Rural Health  

CMS Clarification on Non-Medicare Swing Beds for Critical Access Hospitals – Oct. 1
This KHA Noon Briefing will review a recent clarification from CMS and WPS regarding non-Medicare Swing Beds and its implications for Critical Access Hospitals.

 

 

 
KHAgovernWell

Hospital Board Chair Leadership Program - Oct. 23, Nov. 6 and Nov. 18
KHA's Board Leaders' program is exclusively for board chairs, chair-elects, vice chairs and board members in line to be chair. Attendance is limited to 50, so we encourage you to register soon.

 

 

 
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Registration Open! KHA Workers' Compensation Fund & Safety Seminar – Oct. 16-17
This seminar is designed for those in charge of employee safety, risk management, implementing policies and reporting workers' compensation. It provides information on health care safety, OSHA reporting and changes and trends in Workers' Comp.

 

 

 
HSPA

Kansas Society for Healthcare Central Service Professionals Seminar – Oct. 18
KSHCSP's educational workshop is at Mosier Hall, Kansas State University in Manhattan. Registration includes breakfast and lunch and 2026 membership fees. CE hours will be available and presented at the end of the day.

 

 

 
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Kansas State Board of Nursing Committee Opportunities
KSBN has two vacant Practice Committee positions they are seeking to fill. Committee members must be a nurse (RN or LPN), licensed in the state of Kansas and engaged in practice and/or IV Therapy. 

 

 

 
Region 7 Disaster Health Response Ecosystem

Region 7 Disaster Health Response Ecosystem Upcoming Events – Oct. 8
The Region 7 (Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and Missouri) Disaster Health Response Ecosystem offers a variety of education and training opportunities for your emergency preparedness.

 

   

 
HFMA Sunflower Event

Sunflower Chapter HFMA Chargemaster Workshop– Oct. 22-23
The Sunflower Chapter of HFMA's Charge Master Workshop's PPS session is Oct. 22 (full day), with Joy Krush, Eide Bailly, LLP, presenting. The CAH session is Oct. 22 (full day) and Oct. 23 (half day a.m.), with Laura Ashmore, Great Plains Health Alliance, presenting.

 

 

 
Nurses in School

KU School of Nursing Partners with McPherson College to Increase Nursing Graduates
The University of Kansas School of Nursing and McPherson College announced plans for McPherson College students to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from KU, beginning in the 2026-27 academic year.

 

 

 
MAT Consultation

Free MAT Consultation Service for Health Care Providers
Daniel Warren, MD, addiction medicine specialist, is offering consultations on medication-assisted treatment to any health care provider in Kansas at no cost.

 

 

 
KPQC

KPQC Launches Blood Pressure Cuff Project for KanCare Patients
The Kansas Perinatal Quality Collaborative launched a Cuff Project statewide for KanCare patients. The initiative provides self-monitoring blood pressure devices for KanCare patients.

 

   

 
2025 Membership Directory

KHA Membership Directory Advertising
E&M Consulting, Inc., KHA's partner in producing the KHA Membership Directory, will be contacting members about available advertising opportunities. They are extremely professional and produce a high-quality publication.

 

 

 
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KONL Logo Contest – Submissions Due Dec. 31
KONL invites designers, students, health care professionals and members of the community to submit their creative ideas for the KONL Logo Design Contest. 
 

 

 
Position Available

Position Available
Medicaid Finance Director, Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Topeka

 

   

 
Calendar

2026 Calendar of Health Observances and Recognition Days Is Here!
This complimentary calendar is an essential tool for planning community health events, campaigns and communications. Navigate the calendar month by month with ease. With more than 240 observances and share-ready hashtags, you'll save time and maximize your impact.

 

 

 
News

Federal and National News
This week's topics include Applications Accepted for State Loan Repayment Program, Information for Critical Access Hospitals, Prostate Cancer: Talk to Your Patients about Screening and Before You Go. 

 

 

 

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