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The group says an “unchecked” model would undermine the goal of allowing safety net providers to stretch federal resources.
The groups are requesting an extension of the comment and application periods to give HRSA more time to review requests.
The bill would alter the 340B statute so that covered entities can use contract pharmacies to dispense outpatient drugs.
The awards, HRSA says, will expand the number of nurses and primary care physicians while increasing behavioral health support.
Seed funding will also be given to support the creation of the Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine, a new medical school in New Orleans.
The hybrid payment structure may result in payment decreases that cannot be absorbed, the AHA said.
The groups claim HHS' interpretation is too restrictive, leading to patient harm and financial distress for hospitals.
Dr. Kristi Henderson is making the transition after 25 years of experience in various healthcare leadership roles.
The tragedy reinforces the challenges healthcare employees are facing, Alabama Hospital Association president tells WFSA.
The report also highlights the substantial gender pay gap among physicians, with men earning nearly $110,000 more than women.
