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There were 1,905 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 469,004 in the last 365 days.

American Hospital Association Press Releases

1,231 Press Releases

Published on June 4, 2026 - 13:17 GMT

Representatives join hospital leaders at AHA briefing to discuss need for legislation on prompt payment standard for MA plans

Members of Congress and hospital and health system leaders today gathered for a briefing in Washington, D.C., to discuss how payment delays in Medicare Advantage impact services, the workforce and patients’ access to care. Rep. Linda Sanchez, D-Calif., a …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry
Published on June 3, 2026 - 07:13 GMT

Eli Lilly moves to deny 340B pricing over data requirements; AHA urges federal action

Eli Lilly said June 1 it will deny 340B Drug Pricing Program discounts to providers that do not meet its documentation requirements by next week. In a statement shared with media last night, AHA President and CEO Rick Pollack said, “Eli Lilly will soon …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry
Published on June 3, 2026 - 07:13 GMT

AHA unveils blueprint to lower healthcare costs and expand access

The AHA June 2 released a new report, “Making Health Care More Affordable: A Blueprint to Lower Costs, Improve Access and Enhance Quality.” The report contains actionable and achievable strategies and solutions that are focused on improving the health of …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry
Published on June 3, 2026 - 07:13 GMT

White House issues executive order on cybersecurity for AI

The White House issued an executive order June 2 on cybersecurity efforts regarding artificial intelligence. The order instructs federal agencies within 30 days to release directives and guidance that focus on protecting civilian federal government …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry
Published on June 2, 2026 - 04:59 GMT

Guide issued for healthcare organizations on cyber governance frameworks for secure AI implementation

The Health Sector Coordinating Council’s Cybersecurity Working Group has released a guide to help healthcare organizations establish cyber governance frameworks for secure artificial intelligence implementation. The guide addresses challenges in …

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Published on June 2, 2026 - 04:59 GMT

AHA urges CMS not to finalize provisions in FY 2027 inpatient psychiatric facility proposed rule

The AHA submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services June 1 on the inpatient psychiatric facility prospective payment system proposed rule for fiscal year 2027. The AHA expressed concerns that CMS’ proposed market basket update is …

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Published on June 2, 2026 - 04:59 GMT

AHA comments on proposed payment updates to skilled nursing facilities for FY 2027

The AHA commented June 1 on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ skilled nursing facility prospective payment system proposed rule for fiscal year 2027. The AHA urged the agency to strengthen the update by revisiting its market basket forecast …

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Published on June 2, 2026 - 04:59 GMT

CMS urged by AHA not to finalize certain provisions in FY 2027 proposed rule for inpatient rehab facilities

The AHA June 1 urged the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to revisit its market basket forecast and work with Congress to reduce the productivity adjustment in the agency’s fiscal year 2027 proposed rule for inpatient rehabilitation facilities …

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Published on June 2, 2026 - 04:59 GMT

CMS issues interim final rule on Medicaid community engagement requirements

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services June 1 issued an interim final rule with comment period implementing the statutory requirement that certain adult Medicaid enrollees meet community engagement (work) requirements. Under the rule, certain …

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Published on June 2, 2026 - 04:59 GMT

Chair File: Leadership Dialogue — Advancing Quality Behavioral Healthcare With John Santopietro, M.D., of Hartford HealthCare

00;00;00;10 - 00;00;19;03 Tom Haederle Welcome to Advancing Health. The demand for behavioral health services continues to grow, and providing the necessary resources can be a challenge. In this Leadership Dialogue podcast, we learn how a New England …

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Published on May 30, 2026 - 08:09 GMT

FBI issues alert on cyber actors impersonating IT personnel

The FBI has released an alert on a cyber threat group called the Silent Ransom Group, which has targeted healthcare and other industries in recent years using social engineering tactics. The group, which is also known as Luna Moth, Chatty Spider and …

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Published on May 30, 2026 - 08:08 GMT

Full 4th Circuit to rehear challenges to state contract pharmacy laws

The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of AppealsMay 28 agreed to rehear challenges to 340B contract pharmacy laws from West Virginia and Maryland. In April, a three-judge panel from that court found those laws to be unconstitutional. At the time of those decisions, …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry
Published on May 30, 2026 - 08:08 GMT

CMS finalizes changes to Increasing Organ Transplant Access Model

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services May 28 issued a final rule making changes to the Increasing Organ Transplant Access Model beginning July 1. IOTA is a six-year mandatory model for certain kidney transplant hospitals that began July 1, 2025 …

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Published on May 30, 2026 - 08:08 GMT

On June 5 #HAVHope Friday and All Days, Hospitals Are Leading the Way to Safer Communities

Across our nation, hospitals and health systems are places of healing. Yet increasingly, they also are on the front lines of addressing a significant public health challenge: violence. Every day, caregivers treat its physical and emotional toll. And …

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Published on May 29, 2026 - 09:14 GMT

Report finds children were most hospitalized during 2025 measles outbreak in Texas

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention today released a report highlighting data on patients hospitalized during a 2025 measles outbreak centered in West Texas. There were 762 confirmed cases during the outbreak, which lasted from late January …

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Published on May 29, 2026 - 09:13 GMT

AHA files amicus brief in appeals court supporting dismissal of online tracking case

The AHA May 27 filed an amicus brief in the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals supporting the dismissal of an online tracking lawsuit against a member hospital. The plaintiffs claimed a healthcare provider wrongfully disclosed their protected health …

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Published on May 29, 2026 - 09:13 GMT

CMS releases final rule on updates to No Surprises Act independent dispute resolution process

The departments of Health and Human Services, Labor and the Treasury issued a final rule May 28 intended to improve the functioning of the No Surprises Act independent dispute resolution process. The rule streamlines communication between payers, providers …

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Published on May 28, 2026 - 08:08 GMT

AHA podcast: How Hospitals Must Use AI Responsibly

Daniel Daly, Ph.D., executive director of the Center for Theology and Ethics in Catholic Health at the Catholic Health Association, explores the ethical future of artificial intelligence in medicine, why all efficiency should serve compassion, and what …

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Published on May 28, 2026 - 08:08 GMT

American Cancer Society updates colorectal cancer screening guidelines, adds blood test option

The American Cancer Society released updated colorectal cancer screening guidelines May 27 that include the addition of a blood-based screening test to be taken in a doctor’s office. The blood test, which detects tumor DNA in the blood, is only recommended …

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Published on May 28, 2026 - 08:08 GMT

CISA issues revised virtual town hall schedule for input on proposed cyber incident reporting

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency May 26 announced a revised schedule for its series of virtual town hall meetings for public input on proposed rulemaking for the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2022. The …

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