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Lawmakers cut deal that gives hospitals 'veto' over bills Atlanta Journal-Constitution Share     As part of an agreement struck between lawmakers and the state's hospitals for the medical centers to accept a new tax on patient revenue for the next three years, lawmakers have agreed to protect hospitals from "bills harmful to hospitals" for three years, according to a copy of a memo obtained by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. More
Obama signs landmark health reforms as opponents vow repeal American Medical News Share
As supporters of health system reform claimed victory and trumpeted the enactment of the most significant health care expansion in more than four decades, those opposing the new law vowed to block implementation of its central requirement for individuals to have health insurance. More Joint Commission approves new bylaws standard ModernPhysician.com Share
The Joint Commission said it has approved a new standard for constructing, writing and implementing medical staff bylaws. The new standard goes into effect March 31, 2011.The new standard makes clear that implementation details related to the elements of performance that must be contained in medical staff bylaws can reside in rules and regulations or policies rather than the bylaws themselves, according to the Joint Commission. Medical staffs may submit proposals on these and other matters, but they go into effect only with the approval of the hospital's governing body. More More doctors giving up private practices The New York Times Share
A quiet revolution is transforming how medical care is delivered in this country, and it has very little to do with the sweeping health care legislation that President Obama just signed into law. But it could have a big impact on that law’s chances for success. Traditionally, American medicine has been largely a cottage industry. Most doctors cared for patients in small, privately owned clinics—sometimes in rooms adjoining their homes.But an increasing share of young physicians, burdened by medical school debts and seeking regular hours, are deciding against opening private practices. More  HHS announces $162 million in 16 state HIE grants Healthcare Finance News Share
The Department of Health and Human Services recently announced $162 million in awards to 16 states and qualified state designated entities for the State Health Information Exchange Cooperative Agreement Program. The funding is part of $2 billion allotted under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to advance healthcare IT adoption. More Health care: How will you be affected by reform changes? Atlanta Journal-Constitution Share
This report is based on the best information currently available. As federal agencies write regulations to support the new law, and as unintended consequences inevitably appear, some things may change. Every American will be affected in some way by the coming changes to the nation's health care system. Some people will have greater access to care at more affordable prices. Some will retain their current coverage but keep a wary eye on how their health insurance premiums change. Others will feel the greatest effect on their pocketbook as taxes and fees designed to encourage near-universal coverage—and to help pay for it—take hold. Here are how the changes could affect some typical Americans. More Study: Lesser-known bug a bigger hospital threat The Washington Post Share
As one superbug seems to be fading as a threat in hospitals, another is on the rise, a new study suggests.A dangerous, drug-resistant staph infection called MRSA is often seen as the biggest germ threat to patients in hospitals and other health care facilities. But infections from Clostridium difficile—known as C-diff—are surpassing MRSA infections, the study of 28 hospitals in the Southeast found. More
Report: States struggle to tally foodborne illnesses USA TODAY Share
State and local reporting of foodborne illnesses is the first line of defense against national outbreaks. Yet a study by the Center for Science in the Public Interest finds that almost half of states do a poor job of tracking outbreaks—and suggests passing legislation to reform the Food and Drug Administration will help. More New worries about H1N1 influenza Los Angeles Times Share
Continuing activity of pandemic H1N1 influenza in the Southeast, particularly in Georgia, is raising fears of a third wave of swine flu cases, federal officials recently said. They urged people to continue getting vaccinated as a preventive measure in case a new outbreak occurred. More Report: Thyroid cancer radiation a public threat USA TODAY Share
A Nuclear Regulatory Commission rule allowing hospitals to discharge radioactive thyroid cancer patients to their homes and hotels poses a public health threat, a congressional report recently said. More Strapped states cut back on HIV/AIDS funds NPR Share
As states struggle with budget shortfalls, many are looking to trim costs by chopping health spending. And funding for HIV/AIDS programs has been a prime target. More |
 
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