KHA and member health care professionals testified today to House Judiciary regarding the need to provide additional protections for health care workers.
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Thank you to KHA members and state legislators for coming together for KHA's 2023 Advocacy Day. It was a day of great interaction and productive conversations.
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Thank you for sharing important information for Kansas hospitals! It was much appreciated by our membership.
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It was great to talk to @kansashospitals this morning! #ksleg #ksgov #ksins #kansas #insurance #securities
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Governor Kelly - thank you for speaking to our members!
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This morning, I spoke to the Kansas Hospital Association and shared that I will continue to work with them and our other healthcare partners to do whatever it takes to secure passage of Medicaid Expansion once and for all. I will never, ever give up on getting this done.
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Thank you to Hon. Vicki Schmidt for presenting at the 2023 KHA Advocacy Day and sharing the resources the Kansas Insurance Department offers to help Kansas hospitals better serve their communities.
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Thank you to Senators Moran and Marshall and Representatives LaTurner and Mann for sending staffers to take part in the federal legislative issue panel at today’s 2023 KHA Advocacy Day.
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Sarah Fertig with KDHE offers a Medicaid update for KHA members to consider as they prepare to meet with legislators on Advocacy Day 2023.
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Rep. Adam Smith continues Advocacy Day 2023 by talking about how the narrow margins between Republican and Democratic majorities lead to purple counties.
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HealthCare.gov plans are not just for individuals. Families can find quality, affordable plans that cover the essentials, including primary care and prescriptions. Enroll by the FINAL deadline: January 15th and #GetCovered.
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How hospitals earn revenue is the focus of a piece aimed at providing understanding of the complexities of the health care business. Download the first in the Hospital Finance Basics Series and share with your community and policy makers. bit.ly/3W8I7PE
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Thank you House Speaker Dan Hawkins and Rep. Susan Concannon for introducing House Bill 2023 which creates the crime of interference with the conduct of a hospital and increases the criminal penalties for battery of a health care provider. kslegislature.org/li/b2023_24/me #ksleg
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Today, the House Health and Human Services Comm. heard an in-depth presentation of KHA's major items of priority we hope to work with the legislature on including issues that touch on finance, reimbursement, workforce, mental health, access to services and other challenges.
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Today marks the beginning of the legislative season.
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Today, I was sworn into office for my second term. In my Inaugural Address, I shared my North Star for the next four years — to make Kansas the best place in America to raise a family — and said that we must continue to act as One Kansas in order to get there.
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Welcome!
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In our continued efforts to build an inclusive and diverse environment, we are thrilled to announce Dr. Tiffany Willis as our new Medical Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity.
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Prior authorization is a process your physician goes through to obtain insurance’s approval on medical tests, procedures and medication. buzzsprout.com/1632520/118429
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We don’t always make time to pause & celebrate successes. I want to highlight my colleague Wyatt Beckman who convened with team a great event today around youth suicide. On 12/08, he is also delivering a presentation with about #countyhealthrankings
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This #flu season is already more severe than previous seasons. Flu hospitalizations are higher than they’ve been in 10 years. To keep yourself and your loved ones healthy, get #vaccinated during National Influenza Vaccination Week! #FightFlu #NIVW
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Wonderful news for a great rural community!
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Great news for Colby, #Kansas!
Citizens Medical Center, @CMCIKS, is building a new facility. @RurDev_Kansas is pleased to have played a small part in their plans to provide newer, better #healthcare. @kansashospitals @KHIorg
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Happy holiday moments courtesy of the Kansas health care workforce who keep communities healthy, informed and active. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
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Lady Vikes are proud of their TWO state medalists this season!!Congrats to senior Lois Deeter (7th) and junior Avery Samuelson (18th)!
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New Story: Girls Varsity Golf finishes 6th place at 5A State Girls Golf State Tournament
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Calling all voters - new and seasoned! Make your plan now to vote on Nov. 8, and get registered by Oct. 18. kdor.ks.gov/apps/voterreg/
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The topic of suicide, and the sometimes-stigmatizing language around it, must be handled with compassion. Download this #PeopleMatterWordsMatter poster to learn how health care professionals can discuss this sensitive issue. #SuicidePreventionMonth ow.ly/aX2850KLWeq
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Congrats to Community Memorial Healthcare in Marysville as well as Holton Community Hospital and Sabetha Community Hospital for their recognition as top rural hospitals in the country.
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Pleased to join @ChartisRural in honoring our Top 20 CAH Award recipients this morning at NRHA’s Critical Access Hospital Conference! #ruralhealth #nrha2022
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Have you registered for the KHA Fall District Meetings? Attendance is limited to CEOs, trustees and senior staff of KHA hospital and system members. registration.kha-net.org
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#NationalVoterRegistrationDay is today! Register to vote or check your status to make sure you are prepared for election day. nationalvoterregistrationday.org/check-your-reg
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Are you #VoteReady? Make sure you are by getting registered on #NationalVoterRegistrationDay on 9/20. nationalvoterregistrationday.org/check-your-reg
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We had several people come by the #KHAConvention PAC table to share their appreciation for Voter Voice, an app that allows KHA to keep you informed of all advocacy and legislative information.
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Thank you Amy Walter of the Cook Report for a politically insightful PAC breakfast at the #KHAConvention.
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Thanks to KAMMCO for their Diamond Level sponsorship for the #KHAConvention. KAMMCO provides protection for physicians, hospitals, and other health care professionals through superior claims defense. kammco.com
Ditch the print and go digital by downloading the #KHAConvention app. Download on Android and Apple platforms. Search "2022 KHA Annual Convention".
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Radiology Supervisor and Health Care Worker of the Year nominee Scott Sutherland balances clinical care and a passion for education by providing services at . bit.ly/3ASvRdBScottSu
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As a registered nurse for @AscensionViaChristi in Manhattan, Health Care Worker of the Year nominee Martha Reed helped established the first cardiac rehabilitation program in Manhattan which has now grown to include phase three cardiac rehab. bit.ly/3ehmGeWMarthaR
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Thank you for taking time to visit and learn more about the local hospitals in your district. We appreciate it!
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Today, I sat down with leadership from local health systems like @KUHospital, @ChildrensMercy, @AdventHealthKC, and more to learn about their successes, challenges, and needs.
It was wonderful having us all in one room, and I'm incredibly grateful for their life-saving work.
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