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Health Equity and SDoH – 2023 Health IT Predictions

Healthcare IT Today

As we head into 2023, we wanted to kick off the new year with a series of 2023 Health IT predictions. This year was a financially challenging year for many health systems and the economic uncertainty will continue to impact peoples’ lives. Chelsea King Arthur, Vice President of Population and Digital Health at Get Well.

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Addressing Ghost Networks in Mental Health Care

Bill of Health

By Hannah Rahim Many mental health provider directories for private and public insurance plans contain inaccurate or outdated provider information , which creates a misleading illusion of accessible care. These ghost networks result in many patients being unable to access essential mental health care.

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California Releases Proposed Regulations on Health Care Transaction Notice Requirements

Health Care Law Brief

On July 27, 2023, California’s Office of Health Care Access and Information (the “ Office ”) released its long-awaited proposed regulations on the notice requirements for material health care transactions in California. A transaction involving a transfer or change in control, responsibility, or governance.

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Public Workshop for OHCA’s Proposed Regulations Sparks Lively Discussion Among Industry Stakeholders

Healthcare Law Blog

Healthcare stakeholders had the opportunity to provide written comments to OHCA regarding the regulations until August 31, 2023. Looking Forward HCAI indicated during the workshop that they would offer a summary of the comments for OHCA’s Board to discuss during its August meeting.

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Weekly Health Care Real Estate Briefing: DEA To Extend Telehealth Flexibilities | CON Denials in Missouri and Alaska

Hall Render

McMaster signed a law that eliminates CON in the state, aiming to improve health care accessibility and affordability by removing the requirement for state permission to build hospitals or acquire medical equipment. HealthCare Appraisers released its 2023 Industry Outlook on GI practices.

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Payor-Led Initiatives to Strengthen Mental Health Resources

Healthcare Law Blog

1] In addition to the challenges presented by provider shortages, even when patients are able to locate an available mental health provider, many are hesitant to engage in treatment due to cost uncertainties, which often arise due to limited availability for in-network care and the subsequent need to seek out-of-network care. [2]

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Health Provider News

Hall Render

billion inpatient hospital tower is moving forward Flu activity ‘very high’ in Ohio, health officials say Christ Hospital closes outpatient behavioral health program OKLAHOMA Ascension St.