Federal Advocate for April 16, 2026

Upcoming Events

HFMA-KAHPAM Spring Conference - April 16-17

Watch for more information to be available closer to the event date. For more information, contact Dee Lewis at dlewis@kha-net.org.

AHA Annual Meeting - April 19-20

Join us in the nations capital April 19-21, 2026, for insightful conversations with policymakers, legislators, and thought leaders on the most pressing issues facing our field. Youll connect with the decision makers who create, shape, and implement health care policy and influence the political landscape. With a focus on AHAs key advocacy priorities, these three days of programming will give you what you need to make your voice heard on the Hill.

KSHIMSS Annual Spring Conference - April 23-24

KSHIMSS is an official affiliate of the Healthcare Information Management Systems Society. Its mission is to foster professional growth, relationships, knowledge and collaboration among health care information management professionals throughout Kansas . The KSHIMSS chapter is working toward promoting an organized forum for continuing education and exchange of ideas amongst its members to improve health care information and management systems that support patient care and wellness.

Quality Corner Call - April 23

Quality Corner Calls are offered by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and Healthworks and focus on quality improvement activities consistent with the Medicare Rural Hospital Flexibility Grant Program.

SUNRx Webinar - 340B - April 23

For more information regarding this event, contact the KHA Education Department at (785) 233-7436, ext. 123 or mwilley@kha-net.org

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April 16, 2026

CMS Announces IPPS Proposed Rule and New Bundled Payment Model

CMS proposes to create a mandatory bundled payment model for all non-TEAM PPS hospitals beginning in 2027, covering various joint replacement procedures.

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Legislature Holds Day 2 of Veto Session

(April 10, 2026) – Today, the Kansas Legislature returned for day two of what is expected to be a quick veto session.

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Drug Testing and Trends at the KBI Laboratory: Partnerships and Progress – April 23

(April 17, 2026) – DCCCA, a Kansas-based substance use disorder treatment provider, and KHA are cohosting a community of practice webinar from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on April 23. Patrick Porubski from

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Even in Financially Challenging Times, Hospitals Continue to Keep Kansas Healthy and Economically Strong

(Feb. 3, 2026) – A vigorous health care system is essential not only for the health and welfare of community residents, but also to enhance economic opportunity. Even as Kansas hospitals are faced with an increasingly challenging financial environment, they continue to make an essential economic impact to Kansas communities.

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