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(April 17, 2026) – National Hospital Week is right around the corner, May 10-17. This year's theme, Healing Happens Here, recognizes the amazing people who work in hospitals and health systems. We ask the public to celebrate National Hospital Week by showing support for all health care workers.
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(April 17, 2026) – KDHE's Bureau of Facilities and Licensing have communicated a new risk management survey process. Details can be found in the recording, slides, questions and answers from the March 19 Facilities and Licensing Quarterly Webinar.
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(April 17, 2026) – WCAG 2.1 Level AA is the technical standard that defines what it means for a website to be accessible to individuals with disabilities – including those who rely on screen readers, keyboard navigation, captions and other assistive tools. More information and resources for KHA members are available online.
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(April 17, 2026) – Spring is in the air, and that means one thing: it's time to dust off your clubs and get ready for one of the most fun events of the year! The KHA-PAC Annual Golf Scramble is back, and we're teeing off on Aug. 24 at the beautiful Salina Country Club.
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(April 17, 2026) – The 2026 Compensation Survey results are now available and have been shared with participating KHA members to support informed compensation decisions across the market.
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(April 17, 2026) – The guide provides step-by-step insights into coordinating a statewide approach to build a stronger physician training pipeline.
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(April 17, 2026) – APS is hosting a re-introductory webinar, How to Cut Telecom Expenses and Get Refunds Back at No Cost, for vendor Allied Business Solutions at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 27.
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(April 17, 2026) – DCCCA and KHA are cohosting a community of practice webinar from 1 to 2 p.m. on April 23. Patrick Porubski from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation will present "Drug Testing and Trends at the KBI Laboratory: Partnerships and Progress."
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(April 17, 2026) – A combination of nationally known and local experts will share evidence-based information for evaluation and treatment that is important for mental health professionals working with children and adolescents.
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(April 17, 2026) – This conference will feature a panel discussion on pediatric and maternal vaccines, presentations on peripartum cardiomyopathy and maternal cardiac risk factors, breakout sessions and a KPQC celebration of success.
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(April 17, 2026) – The Nurse Licensure Compact continues to provide valuable resources to assist nurses, employers and regulators in understanding multistate licensure. As part of this effort, NLC offers a series of free, topic-specific educational webinars that deliver timely information and practical insights.
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(April 17, 2026) – Clear Health, Inc., is a health care payments platform that simplifies patient billing and collections. It helps hospitals, surgery centers and medical groups offer upfront pricing, automate collections and deliver a better patient financial experience—all before care is delivered.
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(April 17, 2026) – MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network, AbbVie Sues to Restrict 340B Definition of Patient, CMS Releases Rural Health Transformation Program Frequently Asked Questions, CMS Releases Proposed Medicare Inpatient and Long-term Care Hospital PPS Payment and Policy Updates for FFY 2027, CMS Releases Proposed Rule to Establish Deadlines for Payers to Issue Prior Authorization for Drugs
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(April 10, 2026) – Record numbers of members attended the KHA Spring District Meetings, which featured discussions and presentations on critical issues, including RHTP, finance, and advocacy. Thank you again to all our members who were able to join us.
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(April 10, 2026) – Join Healthworks for an informational webinar where participants will learn how apprenticeships can be a powerful strategy to build career pathways, reduce reliance on contract labor and boost employee retention.
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(April 10, 2026) – The NFPA issued Standard 70B to establish a structured framework for shifting from reactive maintenance to a documented, defensible reliability strategy. Join Kansas Electric and KHSC to learn how to proactively position your facility for compliance, resilience and long-term operational stability.
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(April 10, 2026) – The OSFM would like public input to assist in developing the 2026 Kansas Fire Prevention Codes. They will have informational meetings in communities across the state, starting Tuesday, April 14.
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(April 10, 2026) – CMS has released two Quality and Safety Special Alert Memos in the last month that KHA wants to bring to your attention.
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(April 10, 2026) – KDHE has created a number of tools on the Travel and Health page of their website to include the newly released Global Infectious Disease Events Dashboard.
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(April 10, 2026) – The findings from Forvis Mazars' Mindsets 2026 Healthcare Executive Leadership Report provide a clear view of how leaders are approaching strategy, operations, finance and regulatory demands.
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(April 10, 2026) – Emergency department visits related to Kratom / 7-OH have risen during the past five years. Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a plant-based substance with stimulant and opioid-like effects.
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(April 10, 2026) – 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.
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(April 10, 2026) – The forum, held virtually via Zoom, will serve as a collaborative learning experience and dialogue between nursing educators and nursing home leaders, focused on strengthening partnerships to increase the number of nursing graduates choosing to work in nursing homes.
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(April 10, 2026) – Ensuring every infant receives timely, evidence-based protection against hepatitis B begins at birth. This webinar will provide an up-to-date review of the AAP's recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine birth dose, including the history and evidence that shaped current guidance.
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(April 10, 2026) – Plan to join the Kansas Perinatal Quality Collaborative from noon to 1:00 p.m. on June 23, for a virtual learning forum on Transforming Maternal Health.
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(April 10, 2026) – MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network, CMS Releases Final CY 2027 MA Capitation Rates, OMB Releases FY 2027 President's Budget, CMS to Reprocess Certain CAH Method II Claims, CMS Releases Proposed Updates for Hospice, IRF, IPF and SNF Payment and Policy Changes for FFY 2027,
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(April 3, 2026) – We know many people in Kansas play a key role in improving hospitals and health care in our communities. KHA wants to recognize their efforts. This year, we have a new award to recognize hospital boards that provide an exemplary contribution through their leadership and governance.
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(April 3, 2026) – Is your Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement program prepared for survey scrutiny? As a Condition of Participation, all hospitals must create, implement and maintain an effective, ongoing, hospital-wide, data-driven QAPI program.
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(April 3, 2026) – Join the Kansas Hospital Association for the official launch of the Culture of Safety Toolkit, a comprehensive resource designed to help hospitals build and maintain high-reliability organizations.
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(April 3, 2026) – KCMHC, KHA and MHA hosted a World Cup Briefing in Kansas City on March 25. The briefing focused on anticipated health care demand, preparedness considerations and regional coordination related to the FIFA World Cup 26™ events in the Kansas City region.
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(April 3, 2026) – The KHA-PAC greatly appreciated everyone who participated in the Eggstravaganza event during the Critical Issues Summit in Wichita in March. The event combined luck and creativity with special egg prize drawings and a unique egg decorating kit.
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(April 3, 2026) – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment Substance Use Disorder and Overdose Prevention Section routinely monitors emergency department visit data to detect clusters of visits for suspected overdose.
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(April 3, 2026) – CMS has issued a notice of funding opportunity for the Make America Healthy Again: Enhancing Lifestyle and Evaluating Value-based Approaches Through Evidence.
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(April 3, 2026) – The AAP schedule is based on current scientific review, pediatric expertise and broad medical consensus. KAAP's webpage provides resources and talking points about the AAP immunization schedule for providers, stakeholders and businesses.
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(April 3, 2026) – Registration is now open for two upcoming events hosted by the American College of Healthcare Executives of Kansas. These events are open to all Kansas hospital and health care leaders, including those that are not currently ACHE members.
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(April 3, 2026) – MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network, ECRI Report Lists Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns in 2026 and Before You Go.
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(March 27, 2026) – Earlier this week, the KHA Board discussed several timely and important topics, including the latest advocacy issues. With legislators soon returning to their districts, it is an ideal time to connect with your Kansas House and Senate members to discuss those issues most important to you and your community, including 340B contract pharmacy protections.
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(March 27, 2026) – District Meetings provide our members with timely information on topics such as the Rural Health Transformation Program and FIFA World Cup. We encourage CEOs, CFOs, HR executives, trustees and senior staff to join us for these interactive conversations.
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(March 27, 2026) – Enforcement of the new Hospital Price Transparency requirements in the calendar year 2026 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System final rule begins on April 1. Visit the CMS fact sheet to learn more.
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(March 27, 2026) – The Kansas Council of Health System Pharmacy kicks off its 2026 Rural Health webinar series on April 3, from noon to 1:00 p.m. with a "Deep Dive on Sterile Compounding."
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(March 27, 2026) – This training will present an abridged overview of Kansas mandated reporting requirements, especially as they relate to the perinatal population, review risk factors for abuse and neglect in the perinatal period and highlight a perinatal provider workflow, focused on pregnant women using substances.
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(March 27, 2026) – The Kansas Healthcare Engineers Association is gearing up for an exciting lineup of spring events in Newton. Members won't want to miss this opportunity to learn, connect and enjoy some friendly competition.
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(March 27, 2026) – In this session, valuable insights will be shared for you to consider in managing your 340B pharmacy strategy: transparency and Reporting Legislation, emerging rebate model activity and preparing for the future. Note: This event is intended exclusively for 340B entities.
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(March 27, 2026) – The conference will address maternal mortality at the intersection of physical and mental health, substance use and intimate partner violence. Information regarding the conference will be shared as it becomes available.
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(March 27, 2026) – A U.S. District Court Judge granted the American Academy of Pediatrics request to block implementation of the federal changes to the childhood immunization schedule, including the new Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices members and their votes, while the case continues.
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(March 27, 2026) – Supporting KHA's vision, "Optimal Health for Kansans and Kansas Hospitals," KHA is sharing SHSMD's Health Observance Calendar as a tool for planning your health events, internal and external communications and social media campaigns.
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(March 20, 2026) – MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network, CDC's Project Firstline Offers Micro-learn Trainings for EVS Teams, CMS Issues Administrative Simplification Final Rule and Before You Go.
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(March 20, 2026) – KHA is one of the founding organizations of Kansas Health Matters, an important tool to help hospitals with community health needs assessments and community health improvement plans. Many members also use this site to collect data needed for grants or other funding applications.
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(March 20, 2026) – KHA members are invited to attend the Kansas City Metropolitan Healthcare Council meeting from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25, at the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Board Room.
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(March 20, 2026) – On March 17, KHA emailed hospital CEOs and CFOs materials needed to complete the 2025 AHA Annual Survey. The data collected provides critical information to KHA for implementing tools and solutions for Kansas hospitals, the KHA Economic Impact Report and to populate information for membership on KHASTAT.
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(March 20, 2026) – At its February 2026 meeting, the Kansas State Board of Pharmacy adopted guidance regarding access to automated dispensing machines pending further amendments to administrative regulations.
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(March 20, 2026) – The Kansas State Board of Pharmacy and the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts released a joint statement addressing critical concerns about patient safety and regulatory compliance related to retail intravenous therapy clinics.
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(March 20, 2026) – The Health Care Stabilization Fund Board of Governors met for its quarterly meeting on Thursday, March 12.
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(March 20, 2026) – This year's conference will include more peer-to-peer networking and in-depth discussions on AI, including a hands-on AI workshop and live podcast. It's a great opportunity to explore the AI landscape with professionals and see how your peers are integrating AI into their daily workflows.
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(March 20, 2026) – CY 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Correction, Guidance to Strengthen Organ Donation Patient Protections and Accountability
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(March 13, 2026) – This week, KHA and KDHE offered an opportunity for education and collaboration through the KHA Infection Prevention Conference. This year's conference set a record for the highest attendance of infection prevention professionals and health care leaders in recent history.
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(March 13, 2026) – District Meetings provide our members with timely information on topics such as the Rural Health Transformation Program and FIFA World Cup. We encourage CEOs, CFOs, HR executives, trustees and senior staff to join us for these interactive conversations.
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(March 13, 2026) – 2026 Virtual Health Care Career Day videos are now available on YouTube and will soon be on HappyInHealthCare.org. Feel free to share these video links with anyone who couldn't attend the event or is interested in the careers.
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(March 13, 2026) – The Kansas Perinatal Quality Collaborative’s monthly virtual learning forum is from noon to 1:00 p.m. on March 24, Real Cases in Kansas: Lessons from the Bedside.
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(March 13, 2026) – MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network andThe Joint Commission Revises Fire Drill Requirements
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(March 13, 2026) – KHA is pleased to announce Erin Mayfield, administrative professional, has joined the KHA staff team. We are excited to have Erin greeting our members on the phone and in person at KHA. Please help us in welcoming Erin to the KHA team!
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(March 6, 2026) – It is exciting to see activities of the RHTP in the early stages of implementation. Over the next several months, there will be several opportunities for hospitals to engage and leverage the available programs. Recently, KDHE shared details on four of the seven priority programs slated for early implementation.
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(March 6, 2026) – This webinar, scheduled from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Mar. 26, will help attendees identify hidden revenue leaks and explain plan types and payer rules that affect reimbursement.
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(March 6, 2026) – Register now for the free webinar series Ready, Set, Go! Health Security Salon for the Heartland. This six-month ECHO series is hosted by the Region 7 Regional Emerging Special Treatment Center at the University of Nebraska/Nebraska Medicine.
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(March 6, 2026) – The Kansas Department of Transportation is hosting a Drone Technology Workshop from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on April 2 in Liberal, to introduce participants to leveraging emerging aviation technologies for immediate and near-team benefits.
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(March 6, 2026) – This week, AHA sent a letter urging HRSA to stop Novo Nordisk's 340B claims data submission policy from taking effect April 1.
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(March 6, 2026) – The Kansas State Board of Healing Arts introduced a new Postgraduate Training Year 3 Verification Form in 2025 to help streamline physician licensure for eligible applicants. KSBHA is continuing this pilot in 2026.
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(March 6, 2026) – Join KAMMCO staff on March 12, for a webinar on patient safety exploring how communication breakdowns among health care professionals contribute to preventable harm, sentinel events and malpractice risk – and what organizations can do to reduce errors and improve outcomes.
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(March 6, 2026) – Forvis Mazars' Achieving Health podcast shares fresh insights on health care's rapid changes, addressing policy shifts, financial challenges, operational hurdles and innovative strategies to help organizations deliver better outcomes for their communities.
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(March 6, 2026) – KDHE has added several new resources to its Health Care-Associated Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance webpage, Tools & Resources | KDHE, KS.
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(March 6, 2026) – KDHE's Kansas Newborn Screening Program began screening for Krabbe Disease on March 2, as part of the blood spot screening program. With one small blood sample, more than 37 life-altering and life-threatening disorders can be detected.
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(March 6, 2026) – The event features a comprehensive agenda for hospital and health system pharmacy staff, including clinical, professional development and operations/administrative tracks.
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(March 6, 2026) – This year's theme, Leading with Intention: Tools, Influence and Impact for Today's Nurse Leaders, features a diverse line-up of speakers and sessions focused on empowerment, advocacy, emotional intelligence, professional branding and the future of nursing pathways across Kansas.
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(March 6, 2026) – Sunflower Chapter HFMA and KAHPAM invite you to attend the April 16-17, Spring Conference at the Hilton Garden Inn and Convention Center in Salina. This is an in-person only event.
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(March 6, 2026) – The Kansas Immunization Conference is Kansas' statewide conference for health care professionals who support healthy communities through immunizations.
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(March 6, 2026) – MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network, CMS Announces Steps to Eliminate Health Care Fraud and Before You Go.
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(Feb. 27, 2026) – It is hard to believe that the halfway point of the Kansas Legislative session known as "turnaround" is behind us.
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(Feb. 27, 2026) – Planning continues as we approach 100 days from the start of the FIFA World Cup 26™. The wait is over to learn which teams have selected the Kansas City area as their base camp.
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(Feb. 27, 2026) – Please join Kansas Hospital Association staff from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 19, for a review of the Kansas hospital inpatient and outpatient data submission process.
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(Feb. 27, 2026) – CMS seeks comments to help develop regulations and process changes to reduce fraud and uncover suspicious health care practices.
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(Feb. 27, 2026) – This webinar explores compassion not as an individual trait but as a strategic leadership lever that directly influences workforce well-being, patient outcomes and organizational performance.
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(Feb. 27, 2026) – This scholarship is open to emerging leaders at AHA member hospitals and health systems, as well as state hospital associations committed to advancing innovative solutions that improve access to care.
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(Feb. 27, 2026) – This webinar will examine the risks associated with PIVCs, explore potential changes to reporting requirements and share how one facility proactively monitors and prevents infections.
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(Feb. 27, 2026) – Themed "Red, White & Health IT" as we look ahead to America's 250th anniversary, this year's event celebrates innovation and the future of health care technology.
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(Feb. 27, 2026) – Supporting KHA's vision, "Optimal Health for Kansans and Kansas Hospitals," KHA is sharing SHSMD's Health Observance Calendar as a tool for planning your health events, internal and external communications and social media campaigns.
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(Feb. 27, 2026) – 2026 Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Application Cycle Is Now Open, TJC, NQF Align Sentinel Events and Serious Reportable Events Lists, NFPA Seeks Public Comments on Weapons Detection Amendment, ASHE Shares Results of 2026 Hospital Construction Survey and Before You Go.
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(Feb. 20, 2026) – This week, we were excited to host our fourth annual Kansas Virtual Health Care Career Day. This year, we had more than 5,000 students from more than 250 locations acrosss the state join us.
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(Feb. 20, 2026) – Join the Kansas Hospital Association for a Noon Briefing on Friday, Feb. 27, featuring KAMMCO, Kansas's physician-led medical professional liability insurance provider, for an in-depth look at the current state of malpractice insurance in Kansas.
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(Feb. 20, 2026) – This annual summit brings together hospital trustees, executives and senior leaders statewide to strengthen governance practices and address the most pressing challenges facing hospitals. The summit equips board members with practical tools, enhanced oversight strategies and meaningful peer connections to apply within their organizations.
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(Feb. 20, 2026) – KHA members were recently emailed a draft of their data as it appears in the KHA database and online directory. We asked you to edit this Word document and include the names, titles and email addresses of your executive staff.
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(Feb. 20, 2026) – Hospital and health care communications executives are encouraged to enter KAHCC's Emerald Awards. We know many KHA members delivered outstanding communications work in 2025. Now is the time to submit some of that work for feedback and acclaim from your peers.
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(Feb. 20, 2026) – Drawing on decades of research and real-world implementation by the Schwartz Center for Compassionate Healthcare, participants will examine why compassion matters now, how it can be strengthened at scale and what nurse leaders can do to embed compassion into culture, systems and daily practice.
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(Feb. 20, 2026) – KHA would like to inform our members of the latest member hospital administrator changes since our last hospital list in January.
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(Feb. 20, 2026) – AHA has released a comprehensive webpage highlighting key facts, causes, impacts and solutions to help hospitals and health systems reduce the risk and severity of postpartum hemorrhage.
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(Feb. 20, 2026) – CEO, Trego County-Lemke Memorial Hospital, WaKeeney
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(Feb. 20, 2026) – MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network, ASAM Releases Alert about Medetomidine in Illicit Drug Supply and HRSA Releases New 340B Program Rebate Model RFI
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(Feb. 13, 2026) – Earlier this week, I joined health care leaders from across the country to discuss the current rural health care environment and the innovative solutions that are being explored by communities to ensure access to quality health care.
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(Feb. 13, 2026) – This two-day conference will help prepare health care professionals to be facilitators and resources for surveillance, prevention and control of infections.
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(Feb. 13, 2026) – This educational session will feature hospital CEO/executive assistant pairs sharing how they work together to manage time, communication, decision-making and competing priorities.
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(Feb. 13, 2026) – The 2026 KHA Annual Vacancy and Turnover Questionnaire should be submitted on the new HIDI Advantage workforce portal and is due Feb. 27. The 2026 Kansas Regional Healthcare Compensation and Benefits Survey is also in the field, with submissions due by Feb. 27.
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(Feb. 13, 2026) – KHA has developed Nurse Aide Regulations: Naming Guidance and Education to clarify the naming of personnel who are nurse aides or nursing assistants in our hospitals and to address statutory discussions and possible changes regarding the education of certified nurse aides.
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(Feb. 13, 2026) – The Kansas Immunization Requirements and Recommendations for the 2026-2027 School Year are based on the AAP and AAFP recommendations, including the current recommended and minimum interval immunization schedules and the catch-up schedule for children who fall behind.
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(Feb. 13, 2026) – CMS issued a Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters proposed rule that will set the standards for the health insurance marketplace in 2027.
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(Feb. 13, 2026) – This webinar will describe Kratom, 7-OH and their differences, explain the risks and toxicity, identify use and withdrawal syndrome and strategies for assessing patients' potential use and treatment of Kratom use disorder.
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(Feb. 13, 2026) – To streamline safety event reporting and reduce confusion and burden, The Joint Commission and the National Quality Forum announced they are aligning TJC's Sentinel Event List with the NQF's Serious Reportable Events List.
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(Feb. 13, 2026) – This conference will bring together professionals from across Kansas for timely education, meaningful dialogue and powerful networking, all focused on today's most pressing challenges and tomorrow's opportunities.
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(Feb. 13, 2026) – MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network, President Announces Launch of TrumpRx to Lower Drug Prices, 2026 Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Application Cycle Is Open, Before You Go.
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(Feb. 6, 2026) – We know board service can be challenging as the range of board responsibilities is broad and the hospital and health care industry is complex. I encourage hospitals to register their board members for this year's Critical Issues Summit for Hospital Boards on March 5-6 in Wichita.
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(Feb. 6, 2026) – The Kansas Virtual Health Care Career Day brings students into Kansas hospitals to learn about the many career opportunities in health care and engage them in real-world learning. Students of all ages and grade levels are invited to participate in this virtual event.
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(Feb. 6, 2026) – This noon briefing will provide an in-depth look at the current state of malpractice insurance in Kansas, along with insights into claims trends, market conditions, emerging risks and what hospitals and providers should prepare for in the year ahead.
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(Feb. 6, 2026) – The Health Resources and Services Administration has announced updated cervical cancer screening guidelines that include a new option for women to self-collect screening samples.
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(Feb. 6, 2026) – ACHE of Kansas and the Kansas Healthcare Human Resources Association are partnering with Healthworks to offer scholarships to individuals pursuing careers and education in health care administration and human resources.
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(Feb. 6, 2025) – This week, KHA members were emailed a draft of their current data as it appears in the KHA database and online directory. We asked you to edit this document by Feb. 20, providing us with the names, titles and email addresses of your executive staff.
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(Feb. 6, 2025) – To advance its commitment to improving health and quality of life across Kansas through the development of public trails, Sunflower Foundation has launched a Request for Proposals for its Paving the Way – From Blazing Trails to Building Community grant and education program.
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(Feb. 6, 2025) – The FDA has identified a class I recall of Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre 3 and Libre 3 Plus blood glucose sensor. Class I recalls are the most serious type because the device could cause serious injury or death with continued use.
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(Feb. 6, 2025) – The 2026 AAP immunization schedule has been endorsed by 12 leading medical and health care organizations representing more than one million physicians, nurses, pharmacists and other pediatric health care professionals.
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(Feb. 6, 2026) – Daniel Warren, MD, a Kansas family physician with specialty training in addiction medicine, is offering Kansas health care providers free consultations on medication-assisted therapy for opioid use disorder in February 2026.
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(Feb. 6, 2026) – Mark your calendar and plan to attend KONL's Spring Conference, April 16-17 at the Vail by Hotel at Old Town, Wichita. This year's conference will feature an exceptional lineup of speakers and timely sessions.
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(Feb. 6, 2026) – Registration is now open for the 2026 Kansas Chapter Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society Conference, April 23-24, at the Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview in Wichita.
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(Feb. 6, 2026) – The Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition has updated its reference, Medications and Lactation.
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(Feb. 6, 2026) – MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network;Congress Enacts FY 2026 Federal Appropriations, 2026 Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Application Cycle Is Now OpenCMS Closes Medicaid Health Care-Related Tax Loophole, Medicaid Technology Companies Pledge to Assist States with Work, Community Engagement Requirements, CMS Releases Organ Procurement Organizations Conditions of Coverage Proposed Rule
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(Jan. 30, 2025) – KHA's recent study, The Importance of the Health Care Sector to the Kansas Economy, found that hospitals alone employ nearly 76,000 Kansans with a direct labor income of almost $7 billion. Every 100 hospital jobs support an additional 74 jobs in other industries.
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(Jan. 30, 2025) – KHA Spring District Meeting dates and locations have been set. These meetings are a great informational and networking opportunity for all CEOs, trustees and senior staff.
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(Jan. 30, 2025) – Starting this year, Wichita State University Tech in Wichita has been awarded grant funding from the Patterson Family Foundation to provide free courses for EMR, EMT and AEMT personnel in Kansas.
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(Jan. 30, 2025) – This week, KDHE announced the agency has been authorized by HHS to use the state's Tamiflu (oseltamivir) stockpile in the event of localized shortages of influenza antiviral medication this flu season.
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(Jan. 30, 2025) – The U.S. eliminated measles in 2000 because of high immunization rates. However, with more than 2,200 measles cases in the U.S. during 2025, including 91 cases in Kansas, the U.S. is at risk of losing its measles elimination status.
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(Jan. 30, 2025) – A new resource containing questions and answers from the KHA and MHA webinar on the FIFA World Cup is now available. KHA will continue to keep members up to date on the latest developments in the build-up to June 2026 in Current Report.
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(Jan. 30, 2025) – Join KHA staff from 10:00 a.m. to noon on Feb. 24 for virtual abstraction training offered by KDHE, in partnership with KHA.
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(Jan. 30, 2025) – Join KHA staff from noon to 1:00 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 6, when Larry Van Der Wege will share regulatory information and draw on his hospital experience to help facilities prepare for surveys.
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(Jan. 30, 2025) – Nurses provide a critical frontline perspective on preventing drug diversion, yet they often face challenges such as fragmented communication and unfamiliar pharmacy processes. This session will share strategies to overcome these obstacles and lead prevention programs.
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(Jan. 30, 2025) – CEO, North Central Kansas Medical Center, Concoridia.
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(Jan. 30, 2025) – MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network; Third Cycle of Medicare Drug Price Negotiation, Including Part B Drugs; CY 2027 Advance Notice of Methodological Changes for Medicare Advantage; CMS Seeks Comment on Ensuring Domestic Supply of PPE and Essential Medicines; and U.S. House of Representatives Passes FY 2026. Appropriations
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(Jan. 23, 2025) – Nearly 150 hospital leaders and advocates participated in KHA's Advocacy Day. The event offers hospital advocates and their elected officials the opportunity to discuss the health care priorities.
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(Jan. 23, 2025) – This week, KHA opened the KHA Public Funding Survey. Emails were sent to all KHA member hospital CEOs and CFOs.
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(Jan. 23, 2025) – This webinar will equip attendees with knowledge of the rules for inpatient status and prior authorizations for three common plan types: Medicare Advantage, Medicaid Managed Care and exchange plans.
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(Jan. 23, 2026) – Participants will gain strategies related to preceptor roles, assessment, communication, feedback, conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, legal considerations and burnout prevention. All sessions, both in-person and virtual, cover the same core material.
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(Jan. 23, 2025) – Administrative professionals and executive assistants are encouraged to register for an in-person education and networking reception at the KHA Critical Issues Summit.
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(Jan. 23, 2025) – Each week, KHA provides updates from CMS through its Medicare Learning Network in the Federal and National News section of the Current Report newsletter.
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(Jan. 23, 2025) – HRSA's Bureau of Health Workforce published its latest quarterly report of designated Health Professional Shortage Area statistics on Jan. 14, reflecting data as of Dec. 31, 2025.
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(Jan. 23, 2025) – The Transform Virtual Series focuses on the operational areas under the greatest strain and where AI-powered approaches can deliver an immediate impact. Attend the summit that matters most to you or join all three.
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(Jan. 23, 2025) – The Nurses Honor Guard offers a meaningful way for nurses to honor the life, service and professional legacy of a colleague at the end of their journey.
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(Jan. 23, 2025) – In its Jan. 16 notice to the Kansas Health Alert Network, KDHE notified vaccine providers that, at this time, KDHE does not anticipate any changes to Kansas' clinical guidance on childhood immunization schedules.
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(Jan. 23, 2025) – In early January, the HHS and DEA announced a fourth temporary extension of telemedicine flexibilities that allow patients to receive prescriptions for controlled medications without a prior in-person visit.
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(Jan. 23, 2025) – The recording of the Curiosity in Care: Building Trust and Supporting Patients with Substance Use Disorder webinar is now available.
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(Jan. 23, 2025) – MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network, DEA Extends Telemedicine Prescribing Flexibilities through 2026 and UHC Releases Accelerated Medicare Advantage Payments to Support Rural Hospitals.
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(Jan. 16, 2025) – Our visits to DC this week were well-timed, as the federal government's current funding statute expires on Jan. 30, 2026, and lawmakers are scrambling to reach a deal to extend EPTC. Our delegation is working on this issue and others, including Kansas’ provider tax, REH flexibilities, 340B protection and RHTP implementation.
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(Jan. 16, 2026) – Registration and the full agenda are now available for KHA's 2026 Critical Issues Summit for Hospital Boards, on March 5 and 6, at the Hyatt Regency Wichita.
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(Jan. 16, 2025) – KHA appreciates the opportunity to highlight workforce strategies that honor employees, providers or volunteers who make significant contributions to the well-being, retention or recruitment of health care workers at their facility. Thank you to Osborne County Memorial Hospital for sharing their strategies.
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(Jan. 16, 2025) – In its Jan. 12 filing with the First Circuit Court of Appeals, HHS said it plans to drop its appeal of an order blocking the 340B rebate pilot. The filing also said HHS is in discussions with AHA about "returning the approvals challenged in this litigation to the agency for reconsideration."
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(Jan. 16, 2025) – Kansas City is serving as a host city for FIFA World Cup 26™. Hospitals and health systems across the bistate region are working proactively to ensure preparedness for the games this summer that will bring international fans, increased travel and heightened public health considerations.
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(Jan. 16, 2025) – Four sessions remain of the Infectious Disease Preparedness 2026 ECHO. KDHE and The University of Kansas Health System have teamed up to provide Infectious Disease Preparedness 2026 ECHO: Game Plan for Health!
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(Jan. 16, 2025) – In a Jan. 12 letter to CMS, AHA and other organizations representing more than 3,000 hospitals requested CMS correct statements the agency has made that wrongly suggest hospitals are required to complete the OPPS Drug Acquisition Cost Survey.
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(Jan. 16, 2025) – The 2026 Kansas Rural Maternal Health Symposium brings together experts to share trends, clinical updates and strategies to improve care.
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(Jan. 16, 2025) – Safe Kids Kansas is excited to share a new flyer and poster to help expecting parents prepare in the weeks leading up to their baby's arrival.
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(Jan. 16, 2025) – MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network, Before You Go.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – 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.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – KHA encourages CEOs, hospital senior leaders, hospital trustees and Kansas legislators to attend KHA's Advocacy Day in Topeka.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – Any individual currently enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited Kansas school for health care is encouraged to apply for the Healthworks Health Care Scholarship.
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(Jan. 9, 2026) – 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.
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(Jan. 9, 2026) – 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.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – 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.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – 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.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – Three annual KHA workforce surveys are currently live in the field, and we encourage your participation.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – 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.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – KHSC is pleased to announce two new partnerships to address the evolving workforce and payroll needs of Kansas health care organizations.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – 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.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – This week, HHS announced the CDC has adopted changes to the U.S. childhood immunization schedule.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – 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.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – 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.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – 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.
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(Jan. 9, 2025) – 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
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – Turn up your volume, and enjoy our e-card with the warmest of wishes for a holiday season.
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – The Critical Issues Summit, hosted by KHA, brings together hospital leadership and trustees from across the state and promotes the importance of good governance practices. It provides top-notch speakers, educational sessions and discussions on critical topics facing hospitals.
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – This week, Advantage Optics, the online reporting tool accessed from the HIDI Advantage User Portal, where your KHA hospital-level data resides, was updated with the October 2025 data and now contains October 2020 – October 2025 inpatient, outpatient and emergency department discharges.
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – The CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network reminds hospitals participating in the Medicare Promoting Interoperability Program for the year 2025 of two upcoming deadlines for Antimicrobial Use and Antimicrobial Resistance reporting requirements.
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – CMS released a new online form on www.cms.gov for providers needing to report a complaint about a Medicare Advantage Plan. The online form will capture basic information about the complainant, beneficiary, and Medicare Advantage plan.
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – HRSA anticipates posting two opioid-related funding opportunities in February:
1. The Rural Communities Opioid Response Program-Planning, estimated posting date Feb. 2; and
2. The Rural Communities Opioid Response Program-Impact, estimated posting date on Feb. 23.
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – CMS intends to announce a funding opportunity in early 2026 to support the Make America Healthy Again agenda.
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – While the Trump Administration signed an executive order last week reclassifying marijuana from a schedule I controlled substance (C-I) to a Schedule III controlled substance (C-III), the order does not legalize marijuana under federal law.
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – On Dec. 16, the CDC announced it had adopted individual-based decision-making for hepatitis B immunization allowing parents to decide whether to give the hepatitis B vaccine, including the birth dose, to infants born to women who test negative for the virus.
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – AHA has urged the U.S. Department of Education to adopt a broad definition of "professional degree programs" as it implements the One Big Beautiful Bill Act student loan provisions effective July 1, 2026
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – KHA would like to inform our members of the latest member hospital administrator changes since our last hospital list in November.
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – Supporting KHA's vision, "Optimal Health for Kansans and Kansas Hospitals," KHA is sharing SHSMD's Health Observance Calendar as a tool for planning your health events, internal and external communications and social media campaigns.
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – Unless special circumstances occur, Current Report will not be published next week. The next issue will be published on Jan. 9, 2026. The Kansas Hospital Association wishes you a safe holiday season and a happy New Year.
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(Dec. 19, 2025) – Throughout the past month, we have been busy at the federal level, educating members of our Congressional delegation about issues that have come to the forefront since the passage of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act this summer.
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(Dec. 24, 2025) – CMS Releases Transparency in Coverage Proposed Rule, CMS Innovation Center Announces Medicare Part A, Part B Drug Models and Before You Go.
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(Dec. 19, 2025) – KHA invites hospital leaders, trustees and advocates to participate in the 2026 Advocacy Day Briefing and the 2026 Advocacy Day. Together, these events are designed to prepare and equip participants to engage effectively with policymakers during the 2026 Legislative Session.
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(Dec. 19, 2025) – This webinar from noon to 1:00 p.m. CST on Jan. 8 will explore the real-world impacts of stress and burnout while providing participants with strategies they can use to enhance their personal well-being and build lasting resilience.
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(Dec. 19, 2025) – This virtual series is designed for both new and experienced health care managers who want practical, applicable tools to lead their teams with confidence. Each session will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. and focuses on the essential "nuts and bolts" of effective management.
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(Dec. 19, 2025) – Kansas Connecting Communities and the Kansas Academy of Family Physicians are hosting a three-part series, Rapid Rounds: Clinical Essentials for Perinatal Mental Health, will be from 12:15 to 1:00 p.m. CST on Jan. 6, 13 and 20.
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(Dec. 19, 2025) – KDHE is updating a Kansas Health Alert Network advisory from Jan. 17, 2025, ahead of peak influenza season. For patients with suspected influenza, clinicians and laboratories are reminded to test for influenza and to continue subtyping influenza A-positive specimens from hospitalized patients.
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(Dec. 19, 2025) – Penicillin G benzathine injectable suspension (Bicillin-LA) remains in short supply following Pfizer's July 2025 voluntary recall of certain lots because of particles identified during visual inspection.
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(Dec. 19, 2025) – CMS Innovation Center Announces ELEVATE Model, CMS Issues Guidance on OBBBA Mandated Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements, CMS Releases APM and IOTA Model Proposed Rule, MLN Connects Provider eNews Available and Before You Go.
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(Dec. 12, 2025) – The 2026 Kansas Legislative Session is approaching, bringing a fast-paced election-year environment.
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(Dec. 12, 2025) – At the end of October, HRSA announced its approval of nine manufacturer rebate model applications. HRSA limited the rebate model pilot in 2026 to the ten drugs. Learn more during an educational webinar from noon to 1:00 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 19.
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(Dec. 12, 2025) – KHA values your past participation and looks forward to your hospital membership in 2026. Remember, you can get a two percent discount on KHA dues if your annual dues are paid by Dec. 31, 2025.
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(Dec. 12, 2025) – KHA appreciates the opportunity to highlight workforce strategies that honor employees, providers or volunteers who make significant contributions to the well-being, retention or recruitment of health care workers at their facility. Thank you to NMC Health for sharing their strategies.
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(Dec. 12, 2025) – HRSA's Office of Pharmacy Affairs' Dec. 4, 2025, 340B Rebate Model Pilot Webinar, is now available on the OPA website, under the Resources heading on the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program page.
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(Dec. 12, 2025) – KHA has published new reports for PPS hospitals based on Quality Program Measure Trends data. The State-Level Roll-Up compares performance to previous years and a Stateside Impact Report estimates Medicare financial impacts. Both reports are available on the HIDI Advantage Optics Portal.
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(Dec. 12, 2025) – DCCCA, a Kansas-based substance use disorder treatment center, is hosting a free, one-day, interactive event where participants will learn about beliefs and attitudes related to SUD and explore how substance use affects friends and family members of those with SUD.
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(Dec. 12, 2025) – AHA and Epic have launched an initiative to raise awareness of electronic health records tools that support postpartum hemorrhage management.
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(Dec. 12, 2025) – After the Dec. 5 vote by the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices to withdraw the recommendation of a universal birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine, the AAP emphasized the AAP recommendation for routine hepatitis B vaccination for all newborns.
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(Dec. 12, 2025) – CMS issued numerous updates to MLN Connects Provider eNews on topics ranging from SNF Jan. 1 Revalidation deadline to the OPPS Drug Acquisition Cost Survey.
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(Dec. 5, 2025) –As we reflect on 2025, I want to highlight the work of KHA members for continually improving quality and safety in their facilities regionally and across the state.
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(Dec. 5, 2025) – Registration is now open for the Kansas Virtual Health Care Career Day. This virtual event will take students inside Kansas hospitals to explore various career opportunities in health care and engage them in real-world learning.
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(Dec. 5, 2025) – KHA appreciates the opportunity to highlight workforce strategies that recognize employees, providers or volunteers who make significant contributions to the well-being, retention or recruitment of health care workers at their facility. Thank you to SCK Health for sharing their strategies.
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(Dec. 5, 2025) – This week, AHA announced that AHA, the Maine Hospital Association and four safety-net health systems nationwide filed a lawsuit in the U.S District Court for the District of Maine on Dec. 1 to stop the 340B Rebate Model.
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(Dec. 5, 2025) – On Dec. 2, CMS released the repeal of Minimum Staffing Standards that were finalized in 2024 and would have impacted nursing homes and long-term care units.
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(Dec. 5, 2025) – As we wrap up National Influenza Vaccination Week (Dec. 1-5), check out the Immunize Kansas Coalition's Preventing Flu education module.
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(Dec. 5, 2025) – During this COCA Call, presenters will provide an overview of the burden of influenza disease and discuss recommendations for influenza vaccination, testing and treatment for people of all ages for the 2025-2026 season.
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(Dec. 5, 2025) – This AONL webinar on Dec. 16, focuses on simplifying nursing documentation. Corewell Health didn't just set a technical goal; they made it a mission to create space for compassion to thrive.
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(Dec. 5, 2025) – This insightful webinar, from noon to 1:00 p.m. CST on Thursday, Dec. 18, explores how hospitals and health care organizations can better protect their senior leaders amid an increasingly complex threat landscape.
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(Dec. 5, 2025) – With support from the Commonwealth Fund, AHA is launching the Opportunities for Innovation in Rural Maternal Care project. This initiative will examine how rural hospitals leverage assets within their hospitals and communities to maintain, or even expand, access to care for pregnant women.
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(Dec. 5, 2025) – The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency for Region 7 (Kansas, Missouri, Iowa and Nebraska), invites hospitals to participate in a free two-hour Active Shooter Preparedness Webinar at 10:00 a.m. CST on Jan. 21.
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(Dec. 5, 2025) – In its Nov. 20, 2025, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, the CDC outlines the effectiveness of nirsevimab, a long-acting monoclonal antibody, against RSV-associated lower respiratory tract infection and hospitalization among infants.
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(Dec. 5, 2025) – New Medicare Advantage Policies and Issues RFI,Final CY 2026 Home Health PPS and DMEPOS Updates and MLN Connects Provider eNews.
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(Nov. 28, 2025) – The KHA staff extends its gratitude to Kansas hospital teams for their unwavering dedication and tireless efforts every day. Your commitment to care, compassion and healing is a gift to all who need health care in Kansas.
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(Dec. 12, 2025) – Kansas City is proud to serve as a Host City for the FIFA World Cup 26™. This webinar will provide hospitals across the Midwest with the opportunity to learn how this event will impact the Kansas City region and beyond.
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(Nov. 28, 2025) – KHA appreciates the opportunity to highlight workforce strategies that honor employees, providers or volunteers who make significant contributions to the well-being, retention or recruitment of health care workers at their facility. Thank you to the McPherson Center for Health's Pulse Team for sharing their strategies.
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(Nov. 28, 2025) – During the shutdown, CMS instructed the MACs to process claims consistent with the Pricer software, fee and payment schedules that included reductions in payment due to the expiration of certain health care extender policies. CMS has now provided additional guidance.
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(Nov. 28, 2025) – KDHE and The University of Kansas Health System are collaborating to offer a five-part series to address infectious diseases related to both domestic and international travel, in preparation for the FIFA 2026 World Cup.
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(Nov. 28, 2025) –The easiest way to become a 2026 KOSCP member is to register for its January webinar. A quick $50 registration gives you a full 2026 KOSCP membership and access to this practical, member-focused educational session. A separate application is not required.
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(Nov. 28, 2025) – Supporting KHA's vision, "Optimal Health for Kansans and Kansas Hospitals," KHA is sharing SHSMD's Health Observance Calendar as a tool for planning your health events, internal and external communications and social media campaigns.
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(Nov. 28, 2025) – CMS Releases CY 2026 Final Medicare OPPS, ASC and ESRD Payment and Policy Updates and MLN Connects Provider eNews
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(Nov. 21, 2025) – KHA and members celebrated National Rural Health Day this week at the Rural Health Symposium in Hays. The program inspired collaboration, sparked innovation and highlighted how we are strengthening care in Kansas communities.
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(Nov. 21, 2025) – The Workforce Strategies Award honors a team of employees, providers or volunteers who have made significant contributions to the well-being, retention or recruitment of health care workers at their facility. This week, we are featuring Rice Community Health for its health and wellness program.
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(Nov. 21, 2025) – On Nov. 13, KDHE issued a K-HAN Notification to alert providers and the public about an investigation of a multistate outbreak of infant botulism linked to infant formula.
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(Nov. 21, 2025) – The Kansas Pharmacists Association is hosting free interprofessional dinner events on opioid prescribing and dispensing across Kansas, and they encourage you and your colleagues to participate.
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(Nov. 21, 2025) – Leaders with AACN and AONL are joining forces to announce the release of a new Academic-Practice Partnership Playbook developed by the joint AACN/AONL Advisory Committee.
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(Nov. 21, 2025) – In this executive dialogue from AONL, nurse leaders explore innovative workforce strategies to improve staffing efficiency, enhance nurse satisfaction and optimize labor costs without compromising quality.
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(Nov. 21, 2025) – Join a live discussion from noon to 1:00 p.m. on Dec. 10, with AONL, Laudio Insights and nursing leadership from North Mississippi Health Services on how to use these insights to build greater visibility and intervene to support your nursing staff.
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(Nov. 21, 2025) – CMS Releases Final Guidance for Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program 2028, CMS Releases CY 2026 Medicare Parts A and B Premiums and Deductibles and MLN Connects Provider eNews
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(Nov. 14, 2025) – 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.
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(Nov. 14, 2025) – 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.
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(Nov. 14, 2025) – 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.
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(Nov. 14, 2025) – 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.
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(Nov. 14, 2025) – The toolkit is designed to help health care providersand other rural champions raise awareness and spotlight rural health. Download resources today from the KHA Box account and join the #PowerOfRural movement!
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(Nov. 14, 2025) – 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.
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(Nov. 14, 2025) – 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.
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(Nov. 12, 2025) – 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.
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(Nov. 14, 2025) – Presented by AONL and the AONL Foundation, this Leadership Symposium will feature three facilitated virtual panel discussions.
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(Nov. 14, 2025) – 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.
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(Nov. 14, 2025) – CMS Clarifies Telehealth and Hospital at Home Claims Hold and CMS Announces New GENEROUS Drug Payment Model
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(Nov. 7, 2025) – On Wednesday, the Kansas Hospital Association's Board of Directors met in Topeka for its final meeting of 2025. Included in this article are highlights of the meeting.
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(Oct. 31, 2025) – Join us for a special KHA-PAC Reception featuring live music from the incredible 80 Proof Alice, a Hays-area bluegrass band known for their high-energy, toe-tappin' tunes! Weather-permitting, we will enjoy a lovely fall evening and some great music on the patio.
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(Nov. 7, 2025) – Topics for this event include: Refresher on EMTALA and strategies to enhance revenue cycle management; How to build relationships with patients, partners and the community; and
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(Nov. 7, 2025) – The KHA is pleased to provide KHA members with an updated Model Medical Staff Bylaws. Given several changes in the last few years, KHA wanted to provide members with an updated template that reflects these changes.
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(Nov. 7, 2025) – The QHi Core Measure Dashboards, on the QHi homepage for hospitals and clinics, now have a cleaner appearance. The Best Practice Performer criteria have also been updated, with new criteria listed below the dashboard.
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(Nov. 7, 2025) – The Sunflower (Kansas) Chapter of HFMA and KHA invite you to attend the All Payers Workshop on Dec. 11-12 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Manhattan. This is an in-person-only event. The registration fee is $100 per person.
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(Nov. 7, 2025) – KDHE reminds hospitals the printing of an unofficial birth certificate from the Vital Statistics' website is only allowable for internal hospital use. Unofficial birth certificates, also known as white copies, cannot be shared for any other purpose than the original issuance.
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(Nov. 7, 2025) – This free event provides insights from clinical leadership and podcast conversation on pressure injury prevention and evaluates and updates bed surface technology, including the use of alternating low-pressure surfaces, directly impacting skin safety, reducing hospital-acquired pressure injuries, and improving care efficiency.
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(Nov. 7, 2025) – It's flu season, and the Immunize Kansas Coalition, with KHA as a founding member, has released additional videos in the IKC Ask a Doctor series to help with outreach to your patients and community.
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(Nov. 7, 2025) – On Oct. 28, the Kansas Perinatal Quality Collaborative hosted a very informative fall conference. The event included insightful presentations on OB emergencies and transportation and hot topics in obstetrics.
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(Nov. 7, 2025) – In these sessions, valuable insights for consideration in the management of your 340B pharmacy strategy will be shared. Registration is required. Nov. 6 – Rebate Model Briefing 1; Nov. 13 – Rebate Model Briefing 2; and Nov. 20 – Rebate Model Briefing 3.
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(Nov. 7, 2025) – Chief Executive Officer/Administrator, Ellinwood District Hospital, Ellinwood and Chief Financial Officer, Osborne County Memorial Hospital, Osborne
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(Nov. 7, 2025) – CMS Releases CY 2026 Final Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Payment and Policy and Revised CMS Memo Clarifies Rules for Revisit Surveys During Government Shutdown
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(Oct. 31, 2025) – Last week, I had the opportunity to attend the KHA Advocacy All-Stars Program that immerses Kansas hospital leaders into the world of state, federal and local advocacy. Congratulations to this year’s class of KHA Advocacy All-Stars for their commitment to building a healthier Kansas through advocacy.
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(Oct. 31, 2025) – The session will address key visa types, common employer pitfalls and steps to take before engaging in recruitment or sponsorship. Participants will gain a practical understanding of what questions to ask, when to seek legal guidance and how to prepare their organization to navigate these requirements with confidence.
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(Oct. 31, 2025) – Rural health care leaders across the state are already signing up for this can't-miss event designed to inspire collaboration, spark innovation and strengthen care in our Kansas communities.
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(Oct. 31, 2025) – Join HealthDox and Kansas Health Service Corporation at noon on Tuesday, Nov. 18 to explore how an integrated Governance, Risk and Compliance platform can streamline policy, risk, compliance, contract and quality management across your organization.
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(Oct. 31, 2025) – Results of the Midwest High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area 2025 Threat Assessment show fentanyl and methamphetamine remain the top two drug threats in our region.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – SunRx will share valuable insights to help eligible entities navigate regulatory changes, manage their 340B programs effectively and respond to evolving policy updates.
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(Oct. 31, 2025) – KHA would like to inform our members of the latest member hospital administrator changes since our last hospital list in September.
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(Oct. 31, 2025) – Supporting KHA's vision, "Optimal Health for Kansans and Kansas Hospitals," KHA is sharing SHSMD's Health Observance Calendar as a tool for planning your health events, internal and external communications and social media campaigns.
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(Oct. 31, 2025) – How Hospitals Can Lead the Way During Substance Use and Misuse Prevention Month and Before You Go.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – This week, KHA Board Chair George Stover submitted an opinion editorial to multiple Kansas newspapers emphasizing how vital the 340B Program is for Kansas communities. We encourage KHA members to educate their local communities on how the 340B Program helps their hospital provide access to essential health care services.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – The Sunflower Foundation is hosting a free event to gather partners from across the state, including clinicians, researchers, community organizations and local food system leaders – to share data, celebrate progress and envision the future of Food is Medicine in Kansas.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – The agenda is set for the Kansas Physician Leader Forum and features a nationally recognized expert who will speak about the AI-Powered Future of Health Care. There also will be a panel discussion regarding best practices in physician recruitment and retention.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – This week, KHA welcomed Azucena Gonzalez, as our new program manager data analytics. KHA is adding this new position to help provide our members with additional capacity in the areas of data and analytics.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – KHA will be launching a social media campaign in November promoting maternal health. We encourage hospitals to share these messages that urge individuals to schedule prenatal and post-partum appointments.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – As the federal shutdown continues, CMS revised and released QSO-26-01-ALL REVISED to notify of further reductions in survey activity by state survey and accredited agencies. At this time, only complaint and facility-reported incidents alleging harm or credible allegations of immediate jeopardy will be surveyed.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – Because of the federal government shutdown, Kansas WIC is temporarily pausing shipments of formula for WIC clients to pick up at their local WIC clinic. Formulas normally accessible through an authorized WIC vendor, available on store shelves or ordered through a pharmacy are still accessible.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) –In early October, KDHE Bureau of Facilities and Licensing contacted several Kansas hospitals to inform them that approval of their risk management plans would be delayed because of the facility's use of Standard of Care Five.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – Kansas State Board of Nursing is seeking interest and needs for a grace period for nurse's license expiration date through a brief survey. KSBN would appreciate the feedback of licensed nurses and stakeholders, such as hospitals and health care facilities.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – The Office of the State Fire Marshal has issued a notice about recalled fire sprinkler heads that malfunctioned at a Massachusetts assisted and independent-living facility. The faulty sprinklers failed to operate during a fire, causing 10 deaths and 30 injuries.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – DCCCA, a Kansas-based substance use disorder treatment center, is hosting a free, one-day, interactive event where participants will learn about beliefs and attitudes related to SUD and explore how substance use impacts friends and family of those with SUD.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – Nurse burnout isn't inevitable. It's addressable through targeted leadership strategies. This session moves beyond the mindset that burnout is "just part of the job" to explore evidence-based approaches nurse leaders can implement at the unit level.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – Health care professionals are invited to join a webinar on 7-OH Kratom from noon to 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 29. The training will describe Kratom, its geographic origins, and how 7-OH Kratom differs from Kratom.
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – Physical Therapist, Patterson Health Center, Anthony
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(Oct. 24, 2025) – MLN Connects Newsletter for Oct. 21, 2025: Claims Hold Update and Before You Go.
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(Oct. 17, 2025) – During the past two weeks, Kansas Hospital Association staff have been traveling the state, hosting our semi-annual district meetings. The gatherings allow members to network with peers and hear several hot-topic issues confronting Kansas hospitals.
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(Oct. 17, 2025) – The University of Nebraska Medical Center, supported by the University of Iowa, is the Region 7 (Kansas, Missouri, Iowa and Nebraska) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Center for Emergency Readiness.
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(Oct. 17, 2025) – During this session, we will review the basics of building, saving and scheduling reports. Sign up now.
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(Oct. 17, 2025) – Join Healthworks for an informational webinar at 10:00 a.m. on Nov. 4, where participants will learn how apprenticeships can be a powerful strategy for building career pathways, reducing reliance on contract labor and boosting employee retention.
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(Oct. 17, 2025) – The Sunflower Foundation is offering training and technical assistance resources for Kansas clinics interested in integrated care through a series of learning community calls. These calls are from noon to 1:00 p.m. on the third Friday of each month, starting in October 2025 and running through March 2026.
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(Oct. 17, 2025) – AONL and its Workforce Committee are spearheading a national initiative to understand and tackle key workforce challenges faced by nurse leaders. A primary goal of this effort is to highlight these challenges and develop specific strategies to support and empower nurse leaders in overcoming them.
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(Oct. 17, 2025) – Join APS staff for an informative session on the latest NCLEX updates and immigration news, featuring health care workforce experts: Cathy Vollmer, vice president; John Heymach, nurse manager; Laquanda Stewart, director of international programs; and Mark Del Rsario, immigration attorney.
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(Oct. 17, 2025) – CDC Offers Training Resources for Addressing Substance Use Among Adolescents
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(Oct. 3, 2025) – This symposium will provide attendees with the skills, ideas, practical strategies and timely updates for sustaining health care in rural communities. It is held in conjunction with National Rural Health Day.
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – Last week, KHA and MHA co-hosted the Health Care Workforce Innovation Bi-State Summit at Children's Mercy Research Institute in Kansas City. This inaugural event brought together hospital, education and workforce leaders from across the region
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – This free, statewide event, cohosted by KMS and KHA, brings together physician leaders from across the state and promote discussion about critical issues affecting health and health care in Kansas and nationwide.
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – KDHE has officially launched the Health Care Upskilling and Training Grant Program. This new funding opportunity is designed to support Kansas health systems, hospitals and long-term care organizations in strengthening their workforce through specialized training and skill development.
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – There is still time to participate in the Kansas Healthcare Information Management Systems Society chapter's free lunch and learn sessions on health care cybersecurity. Kansas HIMSS has partnered with local cybersecurity professionals to bring cutting-edge insights and real-world strategies.
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – Myers and Stauffer LC has been engaged by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to determine hospital eligibility for receiving Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital payments.
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – KHA is currently looking for an administrative professional. This full-time, non-exempt role typically works eight hours a day, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and reports to the director of corporate relations.
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – KHA is conducting a brief survey asking hospitals to identify allied health roles that have been in high demand during the past year and to specify whether certain recruitment and retention benefits are being offered.
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – KHA will regularly be sharing updates for the upcoming World Cup soccer tournament in Kansas City. The first match at GEHA Stadium at Arrowhead is on June 16, 2026, and the last match is on July 11, 2026, with four other matches in between.
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – On Wednesday, Oct. 29, from noon to 1:00 p.m., discover how leveraging ThinkAndor® empowers nursing staff with ambient AI to enhance collaboration, documentation and observation across the enterprise.
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – This week, the CDC and Prevention announced it has adopted the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommendations to apply shared decision-making to COVID-19 vaccination for adults and children aged six months and older.
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – It is seasonal flu vaccination time, and the CDC has recently reported on interim effectiveness data of the 2025 influenza vaccines in preventing influenza-associated illness and hospitalization.
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – The CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practice, recommended clesrovimab as an alternative to nirsevimab for infants under eight months old born during or entering their first RSV season who did not receive protection through maternal RSV vaccination.
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – There are a number of Kansas Perinatal Quality Collaborative educational opportunities available for teams to access recorded learning forums and upcoming activities.
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(Oct. 10, 2025) – USCIS Suspends E-Verify but Shutdown Doesn't Pause I-9 Requirements and CMS Identifies Effects of Federal Government Shutdown on Survey and Certification Activities
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(Oct. 3, 2025) – KHA is requesting members to volunteer time and knowledge to participate in KHA's policy groups. KHA needs your insight and expertise to guide the work of the association, including shaping our strategic priorities, advocacy positions and essential resources for members.
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(Oct. 3, 2025) – The U.S. House of Representatives and Senate were unable to reach an agreement on a continuing resolution, and federal government funding expired at midnight on Sept. 30.
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(Oct. 3, 2025) – Exciting news! Healthworks has been awarded a Patterson Family Foundation grant to expand rural hospital apprenticeships. More details coming at KHA’s Fall District Meetings and a Nov. 4 webinar.
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(Oct. 3, 2025) – This seminar provides members with comprehensive information on safety in health care, OSHA reporting, changes and trends in Workers' Compensation and networking opportunities. Fund members who attend the seminar will receive a one-time $500 credit on their 2026 premiums.
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(Oct. 3, 2025) – Trustees will learn about the board chair's leadership role; how to build purposeful agendas; facilitation and executive sessions; the Open Meetings Act; quality oversight, the board chair/CEO relationship; board conduct; board orientation; and board self-assessment.
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(Oct. 3, 2025) – This conference aims to bring together health care professionals, payers, state collaborators and community organizations to explore strategies and solutions for improving health outcomes in underserved communities.
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(Oct. 3, 2025) – CMSs released QSO-25-29-ALL to provide guidance to surveyors and communication to providers about what and how Survey and Certification activities will be impacted by the current federal government shutdown.
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(Oct. 3, 2025) – The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency publicized ED 25-03: Identify and Mitigate Potential Compromise of Cisco Devices, warning of an ongoing exploitation campaign targeting Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances.
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(Oct. 3, 2025) – Routine annual influenza vaccination is recommended for all persons aged six months and older who do not have a contraindication to vaccination. For most persons who require only one dose of influenza vaccine for the season, vaccination should be offered during September or October.
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(Oct. 3, 2025) – On Sept. 25, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment Healthcare-Associated Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance Section released the Kansas Health Alert Network (KS-HAN) to warn about Candida auris cases in Kansas.
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(Oct. 3, 2025) – The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices met Sept. 18 and 19 and made recommendations for the COVID-19 and MMRV vaccines.
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(Oct. 3, 2025) – Join health care marketing and communications professionals, Oct. 17, at the National WWI Museum and Memorial, and enjoy a day packed with valuable insights, networking and a a tower tour with stunning views of the KC skyline.
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – These events for policymakers, hospitals, clinics and pharmacists highlighted how the 340B program provides medically necessary care and discounted medications to Kansans. Ongoing communication on 340B is needed.
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – Kansas is taking steps to develop an application for the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program. KHA members are invited to join an educational webinar at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 29, to further outline the application and stakeholder engagement process. Register online.
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – KHA District Meetings are a great informational and networking opportunity for all CEOs, trustees and senior staff. You are free to attend the meeting that best fits your schedule! These meetings are provided at no charge.
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – KHA has created a small social media campaign you can share on your channels promoting Mental Illness Awareness Week, Oct. 5-11 and National Depression Screening Day, Oct. 10.
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – Hospitals are broadening their approach to infection prevention by moving beyond central line-associated bloodstream infections to include all vascular access devices. This webinar will feature a hospital case study that expands surveillance to include peripheral IV catheters and central lines.
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – This week, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists issued a statement affirming the safety of acetaminophen use during pregnancy.
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – Join AONE Leadership for a webinar to discuss the impact of health literacy on patient care and explore practical strategies, including digital tools, to improve understanding and adherence.
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – To celebrate National Cyber Security month, the Kansas Healthcare Information Management Systems Society Chapter will provide free Lunch and Learn educational sessions focused on health care cybersecurity.
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – Chief Financial Officer, Greenwood County Hospital, Eureka
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – This assessment aimed to gain a better understanding of SUD system needs in Kansas to further reduce substance abuse and addiction, save lives and improve systems of care.
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – The training offers an opportunity to explore the impact substance use has on friends and family members of the person with SUD.
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – Please remember to select your organization from the drop-down list when registering online. If you don't choose a member organization, our system will charge you the non-member rate.
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – Supporting KHA's vision, "Optimal Health for Kansans and Kansas Hospitals," KHA is sharing SHSMD's health observance calendar as a tool for planning your health events, internal and external communications and social media campaigns.
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(Sept. 26, 2025) – CMS Issues Contract Year 2026 Medicare Advantage Disclosure Final Rule, Outpatient Therapy Services: Clarifying Qualifications for Speech-Language Pathologists, Cognitive Assessment: Recommend Medicare-Covered Services for Your Patients
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – 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.
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – 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.
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – The Region 7 (Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and Missouri) Disaster Health Response Ecosystem offers a variety of education and training opportunities for your emergency preparedness.
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – Medicaid Finance Director, Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Topeka
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – This KHA Noon Briefing will review a recent clarification from CMS and WPS regarding non-Medicare Swing Beds and the implications for Critical Access Hospitals.
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – 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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(Sept. 19, 2025) – The Sunflower Chapter of HFMA's Charge Master Workshop's PPS session is on Oct. 22 (full day) with Joy Krush, Eide Bailly, LLP, presenting. The CAH session is on Oct. 22 (full day) and Oct. 23 (half day a.m.) with Laura Ashmore, with Great Plains Health Alliance presenting.
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – 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.
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – KSHCSP's educational workshop is at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, 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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(Sept. 19, 2025) – 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.
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – 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.
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – Daniel Warren, MD, addiction medicine specialist, is offering consultations on medication-assisted treatment to any health care provider in Kansas at no cost.
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – 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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(Sept. 19, 2025) – This complimentary calendar is your essential tool for planning community health events, campaigns and communications. Navigate the calendar month by moth with ease. With more than 240 observances and share-ready hashtags, you'll save time and maximize your impact.
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – This week, the Kansas Perinatal Quality Collaborative launched a Cuff Project statewide for KanCare patients. The initiative provides self-monitoring blood pressure devices for KanCare patients.
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – KONL invites designers, students, health care professionals and members of the community to submit their creative ideas for the KONL Logo Design Contest.
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(Sept. 19, 2025) – 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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(Sept. 12, 2025) – KHA's 2025 Annual Convention and Trade Show was last week in Wichita. The event brought together nearly 1,150 attendees statewide and was filled with excitement, education and excellent networking.
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – Designed for health care executives and leaders, this webinar will offer actionable insights on how to deploy locums as a strategic resource during one of the most financially sensitive eras in health care.
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – This summit will connect attendees to strategies to strengthen K–12 and early career pathways, transforming nursing and allied health education, supporting transitions into practice, addressing workforce shortages, promoting workforce well-being and building a future-ready pipeline.
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – This webinar debunks the four most common myths of workplace violence and replaces them with a clear, evidence-based understanding of the Aggression Cycle®, the predictable stages of how hostility builds, erupts and recovers.
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – With the rapid rate of change in Conditions of Participation and the resulting Interpretive Guidance for surveyors, it is challenging to keep pace for you and those responsible for survey readiness and compliance.
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – Healthworks created the consortium to enable members to access subsidies collectively and to negotiate contracts with the Federal Funding Group. FFG is a consulting firm based in Evergreen, CO, with deep expertise in the Healthcare Connect Fund and is a valuable asset in providing services to its members.
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – Hospitals all over the country utilize careLearning, a cost-effective learning solution, to ensure all employees have the required regulatory training, as well as access to hundreds of health care-related courses.
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – KCO is hosted by The University of Kansas Medical Center, Rural Health Education and Services department and is the largest health care career fair in the state.
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – National Voter Registration Day is more than just a civic holiday. It's a nationwide celebration of democracy powered by thousands of partners and millions of voices working together to ensure every eligible American is registered to vote.
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – This free, interactive session will focus on exchanging best practices, brainstorming and sharing valuable tips. This isn't just another webinar—active participation is encouraged.
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – KHA staff are pleased to share we were notified late Tuesday, Sept. 9, the 2025 provider tax preprint, which allows the state to draw down federal matching funds to match the provider tax at six percent, was approved!
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – KHA District Meetings provide members with timely information essential in helping KHA learn about top issues. We encourage CEOs, CFOs, HR executives, trustees and senior staff to join us.
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – Advancing Integrated Care Via Collaborative Partnerships: Hospitals, Health Systems, CMHCs and CCBHCs will educate participants on how hospitals and health systems are working with community behavioral health partners to integrate care to their communities.
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – APS member SCH Health is offering for sale 11 Sizewize Behavioral Health Beds, BHB standard beds measuring 35" x 82", and one BHB standard bed measuring 39" x 82", each for $5,000.
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(Sept. 12, 2025) – HRSA Accepting Applications for State Loan Repayment Program, Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule: Submit Comments and Reconsideration Requests by Oct. 9 and Before You Go.
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – We look forward to seeing all of you in Wichita. If you haven't registered yet, that's okay. We'll have on-site registration available. Join us! This year's theme, Mission: Possible, promises to educate, energize and inspire attendees with dynamic speakers, invaluable networking opportunities and more than 175 exhibitors.
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – This year, the KHA-PAC is excited to take some of its most popular events online! The KHA-PAC Silent Auction will be completely virtual, making it easier than ever for participants from across the state—and beyond—to join in the fun while supporting advocacy for Kansas hospitals.
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – Join KHA staff on Sept. 30, for a lunch and learn with Cyrano Video. Participants will gain valuable insights into distributing and maximizing the impact of their video content.
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – Join KHA staff for a webinar from noon to 1:00 p.m. for an overview of H.R.1 – the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," review results from the survey of KHA members, receive updates on the Kansas approach and outline the steps ahead.
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – Recent Aetna policy changes are causing major concern for providers and patients, particularly a new Medicare Advantage inpatient payment policy that may downgrade inpatient payments without formal denials, potentially impacting care access and provider revenue.
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – Several of our members have inquired about an increase in Kansas Open Records Act requests. While public hospitals must comply with these requests, there are steps hospitals can take when they receive them.
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – In recognition of National Physician Suicide Awareness Day, the KSBHA and KMS's Professionals Health Program are hosting a live webinar to address signs of burnout and support well-being.
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – Last week, KDHE announced the official end of the measles outbreak in southwest Kansas.
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – This week, Advantage Optics was updated with the June 2025 data. It now contains October 2019 – June 2025 inpatient, outpatient and emergency department discharges. This includes Executive Snapshot Dashboards, located under Market Optics.
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – KHA would like to inform our members of the latest member hospital administrator changes since our last hospital list in July.
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – Supporting KHA's vision, "Optimal Health for Kansans and Hospitals," KHA is sharing SHSMD's health observance calendar as a tool for planning your health events, internal and external communications and social media campaigns.
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – Chief Financial Officer, Greenwood County Hospital, Eureka
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – Current Report will not be published next week as KHA staff will be at the KHA Annual Convention and Trade Show, Sept. 4-5, at the Hyatt Regency Wichita/Century II Convention Center in Wichita.
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(Aug. 29, 2025) – Medicare Announces Seasonal Flu Vaccine Pricing for 2025-2026 Season; FDA Approves Updated 2025-2026 COVID-19 Vaccines; HHS Announces Request for Nominations to the Federal Healthcare Advisory Committee; and Applications Due Oct. 14 for the 2026 Dick Davidson NOVA Award.
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – The KHA family includes a number of subsidiary organizations that work in different ways to serve Kansas hospitals. KHSC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of KHA that has been helping Kansas hospitals since 1984.
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – KHA staff look forward to seeing you at the 2025 KHA Annual Convention and Trade Show. This year's theme, Mission: Possible, promises to educate, enlighten and entertain you with award-winning speakers, networking opportunities and exhibitors displaying state-of-the-art products and services
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – This week, KHA welcomed Terry Siek, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, as our new director of clinical services.
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – Conveniently scheduled the day before the KHA Annual Convention, this program brings together health care executives to explore how system-wide alignment, thoughtful design and collaborative leadership can reshape the way patients experience care.
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – Medicare open enrollment is from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7. KHA has created multiple resources to assist members in educating the public about the differences in original Medicare and Medicare Advantage.
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – We have not received the approval for the 2025 preprint from CMS. However, the updated calculations for the 2025 Q1 payment are currently being reviewed by KHA and KDHE in preparation for CMS's approval and subsequent distribution of funds.
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – Healthworks created the Healthcare Connect Fund consortium to enable members to access subsidies collectively and secure contracts with the Federal Funding Group. Join us to learn more about the eligibility of sites and services.
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – Registration is open at Meeting/Event Information for the KHEA Fall Golf Tournament on Sept. 16 at Wamego Country Club, followed by the Education Conference and Vendor Show on Sept. 17 and 18.
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – This free, interactive session will focus on exchanging best practices, brainstorming and sharing valuable tips. This isn't just another webinar—active participation is encouraged, so please have your cameras on and audio ready.
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – Do you have a fabulous silent auction item you would be willing to share with the Kansas Hospital Association Political Action Committee during the convention? The time is now to get your silent auction items ready for a big year for the KHA-PAC.
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – This week, AAP published its 2025 evidence-based immunization schedule for children and adolescents ages 18 years and younger. They also reaffirmed its position that state laws requiring certification of immunization as a condition of children's attendance at child care and school are critical tools to keeping those environments safe.
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – At this webinar, participants will learn what malnutrition is, how it is diagnosed, how it impacts their overall health, and how it affects millions of hospitalized patients.
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – Chief Nursing Officer/Director of Nursing, Jewell County Hospital, Mankato
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – This week's topics include Information for Critical Access Hospitals, 2023 Doctors & Clinicians Preview Period Closing Aug. 21, Nursing Home Care Compare Updates: Temporary Pause, Ambulance Fee Schedule Ground Ambulance Services: Updated List of Advanced Life Support, Level 2 Procedures and JAMA study, Reducing Barriers to Mental Health Care for Physicians: An Overview and Strategic Recommendations.
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(Aug. 22, 2025) – Your next assignment has been authorized. You have been cleared to infiltrate the KHA Convention Party, a top-secret mission commencing at 18:30 hours (6:30 p.m.) on Sept. 4.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – The KHA Distinguished Health Care Advocate Award honors those providing an exemplary contribution to the health and well-being of the people of Kansas through their leadership in public, political or policy areas. This year's honoree is Rep. Derek Schmidt.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – We encourage you to register and join us for the 2025 KHA Annual Convention and Trade Show, where nearly 175 professional exhibitors will showcase state-of-the-art products and services.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – On Monday, Aug. 11, KDHE submitted the response to the latest round of questions on the 2025 provider assessment preprint to CMS.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – This day-and-a-half-long session, on Sept. 18 and 19 in Wichita, is an initiative developed with the guidance of KHA’s Hospital Physician Leadership Committee in partnership with the Kansas Leadership Center.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – There's still time for administrative professionals and executive assistants to register for the next KHA Administrative Professional Networking Roundtable Zoom Meeting from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 17.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – Bridge to Care includes three toolkits for transitioning patients with opioid use disorder and stimulant use disorder across the inpatient, primary care and pharmacy settings.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – KSHIMSS invites those attending the KHA Annual Convention to attend their luncheon and educational session, AI – What We Think We Know.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – KAHPAM is pleased to announce the 2025 KAHPAM Fall Workshop at the Hilton Garden Inn & Convention Center in Salina. This workshop will be in-person and include presentations from CorroHealth, Pinnacle Healthcare Advisors, KHA, as well as a roundtable discussion.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – Our partners at the Kansas City Regional Fusion Center shared, 'Purple' Fentanyl Found in Omaha, from the Omaha Police Department about a new type of street drug referred to as "purple" fentanyl.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – The AHRQ Safety Program for Healthcare-Associated Infection is now recruiting hospitals for its next CAUTI cohort. Eligible hospitals must have adult ICUs and non-ICUs, at least 50 total beds and five beds per unit.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – Last week, the FDA announced the agency is requiring safety labeling changes for all opioid pain medications.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – In this Current Issues in Vaccines webinar, Dr. Paul Offit will discuss Aluminum Adjuvants: Separating Fact from Fear. Free continuing education credits will be offered.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – National Immunization Awareness Month highlights the importance of routine vaccines to protect people of all ages from vaccine-preventable diseases.
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(Aug. 15, 2025) – MLN Connects Provider eNews
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – KHA established the Visionary Award to recognize those who have made an outstanding, innovative contribution to health care delivery, health care financing, and improved the health and clinical outcomes of their community. This year's winner is the Protect Wichita Firefighters Initiative.
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – In Kansas and across the nation, health care faces unprecedented challenges. Whether you're a hospital leader, nurse, patient advocate or health care supporter, your voice is essential. Pete Davis will inspire you to turn values into action and participation into progress.
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – KHA District Meetings are a great informational and networking opportunity for all CEOs, trustees and senior staff. You are free to attend any that best fits your schedule! These meetings are provided at no charge.
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – Administrative professionals and executive assistants are encouraged to register for KHA's Administrative Professional Networking Roundtable. This isn't just another webinar—active participation is encouraged, so please have your cameras on and audio ready.
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – On July 31, CMS released the FY 2026 IPPS Final Rule. This article outlines the key highlights. Program changes are effective on or after Oct. 1, 2025, unless otherwise noted. PPS hospitals are encouraged to log in to Advantage Analytics to view your hospital-specific impact report once the final rule analysis is available.
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – Health Equity Innovation Award recognizes organizations, affiliated groups, partnerships or individuals that have developed and implemented novel approaches, strategies, and interventions aimed at reducing health disparities and promoting health equity in their community.
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – This program provides an opportunity for KAMMCO members—and the professionals who support them—to engage in continuing education that promotes the delivery of quality patient care and minimizes the risk of litigation.
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – August is National Immunization Awareness Month. This annual observance highlights the importance of on-time routine vaccination to protect people of all ages against vaccine-preventable diseases.
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – This week, AHA and Vizient released a report on evidence-based factors that may have contributed to improved outcomes for hospitalized surgical patients.
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – As a reminder to most and new information to some, KDADS will provide reimbursement for the observation time and the transportation costs for involuntary holds, while waiting for placement at a state hospital.
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – KDHE and the Licensing Bureau report an increasing number of facilities have questions about the need to provide blood and blood products as a Critical Access Hospital.
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – The Rural Hospital Excellence in Innovation Award honors rural hospitals that are leading the way in innovative, sustainable and community-centered care.
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – This webinar will cover current immunization rates for Kansas, updates on the MMR vaccination, planning for flu shot clinics, updates on COVID-19 vaccination recommendations, human resources immunization issues, partnership opportunities and tools and resources.
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(Aug. 8, 2025) – FY 2026 Final Medicare Hospice, IRF and IPF PPS Payment and Policy Updates, FY 2026 Final SNF PPS Final Payment and Policy Updates, FY 2026 Final Medicare Inpatient PPS, LTCH PPS Payment and Policy Updates, MLN Connects Provider eNews and Before You Go.
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(Aug. 1, 2025) – Guest columnist George Stover, CEO, Rice Community Health, Lyons, shares insights from his first seven months as chair of the KHA Board of Directors. He highlights the dedication and innovation occurring across Kansas and shares future aspirations.
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(Aug. 1, 2025) – On Tuesday, July 29, KDHE informed KHA that CMS had contacted them with another question for the 2025 Preprint. Approval of the 2025 preprint is necessary to enable the state to draw down the federal matching funds in 2025, thereby allowing the state to make the quarterly enhancement payments.
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(Aug. 1, 2025) – Please follow these helpful tips when purchasing tickets online for an event at the KHA Annual Convention.
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(Aug. 1, 2025) – CMS provided updates on several items that may pertain to your organization in its Medicare Learning Network Connects Newsletter from July 24, 2025.
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(Aug. 1, 2025) – Ninety member hospitals participated in KHA's Hospital Public Funding Survey for calendar year 2024. Thirty-six were county, 13 district, four city, 29 private non-profit, three private for-profit and three had other arrangements.
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(Aug. 1, 2025) – Last week, AHA and Epic announced their collaboration to improve maternal health outcomes by expanding access to a suite of evidence-based, point-of-care tools designed to prevent and treat postpartum hemorrhage.
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(Aug. 1, 2025) – Stepping On is a fall prevention program for adults aged 60 and older who have fallen or who have a fear of falling with the focus on helping participants recognize and change behaviors to help prevent falls.
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(Aug. 1, 2025) – Kansas Drive To Zero is a statewide multi-organization initiative that aims to eliminate fatal and serious injury crashes on all public roads in Kansas. It leverages resources across hundreds of organizations to influence traffic safety through education, enforcement, engineering and emergency response.
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(Aug. 1, 2025) – CMS Releases CY 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Payment and Policy Updates and MLN Connects Provider eNews.
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(July 25, 2025) – The Billings Award was established to recognize individuals who provide distinguished and outstanding service to Kansas healthcare. We are honored to announce that Harold Courtois is the 45th recipient of this award.
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(July 25, 2025) – KHA continues to await CMS's approval of the 2025 Preprint, which will enable KDHE to draw down the federal match for our provider tax revenues.
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(July 25, 2025) – KHA, the Kansas Department of Education and the Kansas Board of Regents are hosting the fourth annual Virtual Health Care Career Day on Feb. 18, 2026. We are soliciting applications from Kansas hospitals to profile one of the eight featured health careers for this event.
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(July 25, 2025) – The session will explore strategies and proven de-escalation techniques tailored to the unique challenges of health care settings.
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(July 25, 2025) – KONL is launching a logo design contest to create a new, modern, professional and recognizable logo that reflects KONL's mission to support nurse leaders across Kansas.
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(July 25, 2025) – CMS: 2.8 Million Potentially Enrolled in Multiple Medicaid, Marketplace Plans, MLN Connects Provider eNews
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(July 18, 2025) – Hospitals across the state nominated individuals for the Trustee of the Year Award because they routinely go above and beyond the call of duty. Seven trustees from hospitals and health systems across Kansas were nominated as Trustees of the Year.
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(July 18, 2025) – Make the most of your time at KHA's Annual Convention and attend one of the excellent sessions planned by our allied organizations. Most are open to all convention attendees! View the convention handbook for more information.
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(July 25, 2025) – A webinar will be hosted to introduce Kansas hospitals to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network Connectivity Initiative: Hospital Bed Capacity Project.
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(July 18, 2025) – KHA is gearing up for its next Advocacy All-Star Training, Oct. 20-22, designed for hospital champions who want to sharpen their advocacy skills and help protect access to healthcare in Kansas communities.
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(July 18, 2025) – The director of client services serves APS members by providing consultative support to participants with Supply Chain Analytics, as well as communicating solutions and strategies relating to APS and the Vizient contracts.
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(July 18, 2025) – Grab your hats, rally your posse, and make plans to saddle up for the KHA-PAC Poker Run, Sept. 22, at the legendary Boot Hill Museum in Dodge City. This ain't your run-of-the-mill poker night. It's a wild Western adventure where every card brings you closer to victory (and a mighty fine prize!).
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(July 18, 2025) – The AHA Leadership Experience is designed to help participants develop a new professional strategy for navigating the demands of a fast-paced and relentless health care environment.
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(July 18, 2025) – On July 14, CMS released the calendar year 2026 proposed rule for updates to the Physician Fee Schedule payments, Medicare Shared Savings Program and Medicare Prescription Drug Inflation Rebate Program.
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(July 18, 2025) – If you're considering running for state legislature, school board, county commission or other public office, Kansas Farm Bureau's Campaign School Mini Sessions can teach you the nuts and bolts of campaigning and help you execute a winning campaign.
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(July 18, 2025) – This week, KDHE issued a HAN alert regarding Pfizer's urgent recall of certain lots of Bicillin-LA (Penicillin G Benzathine Injectable Suspension).
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(July 18, 2025) – On July 15, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released the calendar year 2026 proposed rule for the Medicare Outpatient Prospective Payment System, Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment System and Hospital Price Transparency.
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(July 18, 2025) – The June Kansas Perinatal Quality Collaborative Learning Forum on Connections – Kansas Connecting Communities & Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence, featuring Alexis Tibbits and Hannah Figgs-Hoard, is now available online.
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(July 18, 2025) – MLN Connects Provider eNews
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(July 11, 2025) – Join us on Sept. 4-5 at the KHA Convention and Trade Show – Mission Possible. Registration is now available. Once you see the agenda, you won't want to miss this mission.
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(July 11, 2025) – Many of you have already used our online registration for the KHA Convention, and we thank you! Remember, your name badge is your admission ticket to all KHA sessions, the trade show and the KHA party.
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(July 11, 2025) – Join KHA staff for a Noon Briefing on Wednesday, July 23, featuring ISG Technology as Chris Swartz, former director of information technology at the Hutchinson Clinic, breaks down what recent developments mean for your organization.
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(July 11, 2025) – Join KHA and researchers from the Institute for Policy & Social Research at the University of Kansas, from noon to 1:00 p.m. on July 30, to walk through the reports and the resources available to KHA members.
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(July 11, 2025) – Are you ready to elevate your role as a health care preceptor to the next level? KHA is offering a series of complimentary Health Care Preceptor Academies across the state, and the seats are filling quickly!
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(July 11, 2025) – This collaborative workshop will focus on developing adaptive leadership skills and effective communication strategies to analyze and resolve challenges hospital teams face.
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(July 11, 2025) – The reports include statistics for ALL diagnosis-related groups from Kansas and metropolitan Kansas City facilities with Medicare discharges. Each report lists adjusted average charges in an easy-to-read format.
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(July 11, 2025) – KHA members can now preview our final area of focus: Financial Stability Solutions. This new infographic, focusing on possible solutions to the multiple challenges facing hospitals, will be promoted publicly next week.
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(July 11, 2025) – On July 1, House Bill 2039 took effect, allowing some EMS to operate with only one certified person and requiring public AEDs to be registered with the Board of EMS.
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(July 11, 2025) – We know many of our member hospitals employ legal immigrants to fill vital roles necessary for caring for our communities. We have also heard that some of our immigrant employees may be fearful because of reported immigration enforcement activities.
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(July 11, 2025) – Measles cases in Kansas have reached 87 cases across 11 counties, according to KDHE's Measles Dashboard. Eighty-four of the cases are outbreak-related.
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(July 11, 2025) – This course gives providers the skills and knowledge to integrate tobacco treatment into their practice and become tobacco prevention and treatment advocates.
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(July 11, 2025) – The 2025 edition of Forvis Mazars' Mindsets Healthcare Executive Leadership Report shares insights gleaned from a national survey of 180 executives across the continuum of care.
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(July 11, 2025) – Congress Enacts the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, MLN Connects Provider eNews and Before You Go.
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(July 3, 2025) – Health and safety are important priorities for KHA and the members we serve. As the federal administration rolls out the Make America Healthy Again agenda, KHA has been highlighting the great work of our member hospitals.
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(July 3, 2025) – On June 20, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released the Affordable Care Act Marketplace Integrity and Affordability Final Rule. The CMS Newsroom provided the following summary.
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(July 3, 2025) – On Friday, June 27, the Supreme Court backed a mandate for preventive services to be cost-free if supported by an expert panel.
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(July 3, 2025) – Rock Chalk Jayhawk! It's time to show your KU pride and support the KHA-PAC in style!
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(July 3, 2025) – In a recent announcement, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists released guidance on Tailoring Prenatal Care Delivery for Pregnant Individuals.
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(July 3, 2025) – Following their meeting on June 25-26, the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices issued a joint statement summarizing the committee's recommendations.
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(July 3, 2025) – KDHE's quarterly publication, Semmelweis Times, provides insight into Kansas health care-associated infections, Antimicrobial Resistance and Antimicrobial Stewardship Efforts with a One Health Focus.
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(July 3, 2025) – Join CorroHealth experts at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, as they provide an update on the latest activity surrounding price transparency.
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(July 3, 2025) – KDHE has created an online survey to collect information, opinions and perspectives from consumers and partners across the state. KDHE invites you to share your input. Please complete the survey by July 11.
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(July 3, 2025) – CMS Center Issues Updates to State Operations Manual Procedures for Complaint Investigations, TJC Launches Transformative Approach to Health Care Accreditation, CMS Releases Medicare CY 2026 ESRD and HHA Payment and Policy Updates, Medicare Fraud Involving Phishing.
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On Friday, June 27, the Supreme Court backed a mandate for preventive services to be cost-free if supported by an expert panel.
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On June 20, 2025, CMS released the ACA Marketplace Integrity and Affordability Final Rule.
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(June 27, 2025) - This year, KHA has been working broadly to tell the hospital finance story with a financial awareness campaign. As part of this campaign, we released a PYA study, that evaluates the financial health of Kansas hospitals, the financial strength of private payers and hospitals’ financial challenges as compared to neighboring states.
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(June 27, 2025) - Are you an innovator in palliative and end-of-life care? Apply by July 15, for one of health care’s highest honors: the 2026 Circle of Life Award. The award celebrates effective, equitable and patient-centered care. Learn more and apply online.
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(June 27, 2025) - This week, Advantage Optics, the online reporting tool accessed from the HIDI Advantage User Portal, was updated with the April 2025 data and now contains October 2019 – April 2025 IP, OP and ED discharges.
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(June 27, 2025) - The next QHi Back to Basics Training session is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July. Please register in advance here.
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(June 27, 2025)- Join us for a Noon Briefing on Tuesday, July 8, where KHA will explore how the Department of Veterans Affairs' new External Provider Scheduling program is transforming community care coordination. Register for this program online.
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(June 27, 2025) - Keeping up with regulatory expectations around staff education and training can be very challenging. KHA has worked with MHA to develop the CAH Hospital Required Orientation and Ongoing Education and Training guide and the PPS Hospital Required Orientation and Ongoing Education and Training guide.
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(June 27, 2025) - Join us on July 31, for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Allen Fieldhouse, followed by an event at Fields and Ivy Brewery. Buy a ticket for yourself or bring a friend! Individual tickets are just $100 or get a pair of tickets for just $175. Support the KHA-PAC today!
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(June 20, 2025) – Protecting the 340B Program remains a top priority for KHA. We continue to engage in activities focused on 340B advocacy, including an event last week with health care leaders from across the region.
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(June 27, 2025) - The Heart of Health Care Award recognizes and honors the excellence of health care workers statewide. We are excited that 29 hospitals nominated individuals for this recognition. Learn more about these nominees by visiting the KHA website. Nominees and winners will be recognized at the KHA Awards Luncheon at the KHA Annual Convention and Trade Show.
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(June 20, 2025) – This spring and summer, KHA is excited to offer a series of complimentary Health Care Preceptor Academies across the state, and seats are filling up quickly!
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(June 20, 2025) – This week, KHA member hospitals joined Austin Wilbers, Programmer/Analyst with the Hospital Industry Data Institute to host a lunch-and-learn session.
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(June 20, 2025) – The Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health is hosting a five-part series focused on obstetric readiness for emergency medical services and emergency departments in rural communities.
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(June 20, 2025) – Upskill or onboard IT staff through two free apprenticeship programs. Customer Service Tech Support and IT Generalist, are now available to Kansas health care employers at no cost for the next three years.
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(June 20, 2025) – KHA appreciates members sharing recall notices, as staying updated on new alerts can be challenging. One such notice shared with us is a Power Supply Recall Notice for Zebra printers.
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(June 20, 2025) – KHA would like to inform our members of the latest member hospital administrator changes since our last hospital list in May.
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(June 20, 2025) – AHA reports credible field information about an ongoing phishing email campaign utilizing the legitimate DocuSign email infrastructure, which is being sent to various health care entities.
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(June 20, 2025) – The Ninth Annual Kansas Opioid and Stimulant Conference is on Dec. 2 in Wichita. The call for proposals is open!
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(June 20, 2025) – MLN Connects Provider eNews Available and Before You Go.
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(June 13, 2025) – Last week, several Kansas hospital leaders and I attended AHA's Region 6 Policy Board meeting. Region 6 includes Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota, North Dakota and Minnesota. Several timely issues were discussed.
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(June 13, 2025) – KHA is committed to strengthening and promoting the engagement of hospital advocates. The purpose of Advocacy All-Star Training is to help develop internal leaders who can effectively and comfortably advocate for their their hospital.
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(June 13, 2025) – The KHA-PAC thanks the hospitals that met their 2025 KHA-PAC goal in the last few weeks. Join these rock stars by donating online, participating in these KHA-PAC events or taking part in these activities at convention.
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(June 13, 2025) – An exciting project has become available to Kansas hospitals to automate hospital bed capacity data transfer. The goal of this project is to lighten the burden of data entry on staff and reduce redundancy.
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(June 13, 2025) – To educate hospitals about KDHE's survey experience and EMTALA compliance, they are focusing on EMTALA during the KDHE Facilities and Licensing Quarterly Webinar at noon on Thursday, June 26.
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(June 13, 2025) – The Kansas Hospital Association Board of Directors is looking for qualified hospital CEO/administrator nominees to fill vacancies on the 2026 KHA Board of Directors.
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(June 13, 2025) – The Kansas Medical Group Management Association is excited to announce that applications are open for the Kansas MGMA Mentor Program – a unique opportunity to grow your leadership skills, share knowledge and expand your professional network.
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(June 13, 2025) – The University of Kansas School of Medicine is conducting a research project to better understand how rural hospitals in Kansas are addressing challenges related to specialty care access.
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(June 13, 2025) – This session highlights how EPS allows VA schedulers to book directly into provider calendars using secure, cloud-based technology, eliminating the need for multiple calls, faxes and follow-ups.
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(June 13, 2025) – The Kansas Healthcare Engineers Association invites you to join us for the 2025 Summer Benefit Golf Tournament on Wednesday, June 18, at the Salina Municipal Golf Course in Salina.
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(June 13, 2025) – MLN Connects Provider eNews
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(June 6, 2025) – Last week, KHA's Board of Directors held its annual retreat and board meeting. This event allows the board to delve deeper into health care issues affecting Kansas hospitals and the health care industry.
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(June 6, 2025) – There are many resources available to hospitals/health systems, physicians and other practitioners, including the Kansas Hospital Association's measles resources page, KDHE's measles resources, Immunize Kansas Coalition and Be Immune Kansas.
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(June 6, 2025) – KHA is pleased to release new county-level analysis of the economic contributions to the local health care sector on the economies of each of the state's 105 counties.
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(June 6, 2025) – On Thursday, CMS began implementing revised hospital price transparency requirements as part of a February executive order enhancing oversight of price transparency requirements enacted in 2021.
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(June 6, 2025) – This position will provide nursing and clinical expertise across KHA initiatives, work collaboratively with internal and external partners to develop, enhance and implement quality, safety and clinical workforce-related initiatives to support KHA member hospitals.
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(June 6, 2025) – Join the Sunflower (Kansas) Chapter of the Healthcare Financial Management Association for a two-day, in-person Medicare Cost Report Workshop on July 17 and 18 at the Hilton Garden Inn, Manhattan.
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(June 6, 2025) – An exciting project has become available to Kansas hospitals to automate hospital bed capacity data transfer. The goal of this project is to lighten the burden of data entry on staff and reduce redundancy.
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(June 6, 2025) – The CDC, through Project Firstline and the University of Nebraska Medical Center/ Nebraska Medicine, has teamed up to develop a 90-Day Survival Guide for new infection prevention personnel.
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(June 6, 2025) – The 2025 KHA Membership Directories are being distributed to the CEOs of all members. If you want additional directories, please contact Jan Fenwick at (785) 233-7436.
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(June 6, 2025) – Today, June 6, marks the ninth annual Hospitals Against Violence #HAVhope Friday to highlight how hospitals and health systems continue working toward partnerships, innovations and creative thinking to build a safe workplace and community.
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(June 6, 2025) – Topics covered include new strategies for addressing intimate partner violence, the evidence-based intervention CUES, the health impacts of violence and the difference between intimate partner violence and domestic violence.
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(June 6, 2025) – FIFA World Cup soccer will be coming to Kansas City a year from now. It may be too early to buy tickets, but it's not too early to plan.
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(June 6, 2025) – FFY 2026 Budget In Brief, Proposed FFY 2026 Medicare Inpatient PPS Correction Notice, CDC Provides Updated Immunization Schedules, COVID-19 Vaccine Guidance and MLN Connects Provider eNews.
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(May 30, 2025) – MLN Connects Provider eNews
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