Communications

Senate Dynamics Shift as Congress Returns for Summer Session

As Congress returns to Washington, shifting political dynamics in the Senate are reshaping the legislative landscape. While major partisan initiatives face increasing uncertainty, opportunities may emerge for broadly supported health care priorities, including several measures important to Kansas hospitals.

Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program Extension Legislation Introduced and Advances

A key KHA federal priority advanced last week as the Senate unanimously passed legislation to extend the Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program for five years.

CMS Releases Proposed Rule for Medicaid Managed Care State Directed Payment and Fee-For-Service Targeted Medicaid Practitioner Payments

CMS has released a proposed rule for Medicaid managed care SDPs and fee-for service targeted practitioner payments.

Final Rule Released Updating No Surprises Act Independent Dispute Resolution Process

The federal government announced updates that are aimed at improving the functionality of the No Surprises Act independent dispute resolution process.

CMS ACA Marketplace Final Rule Raises Concerns Regarding Provider Reimbursement

The CMS ACA Marketplace final rule contains several provisions that could affect Kansas hospitals.

2026 CMS Interoperability Standards and Prior Authorization for Drugs Proposed Rule

CMS has released the 2026 Interoperability Standards and Prior Authorization for Drugs proposed rule. The proposed rule builds on previous final rules.