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New Transparency Requirements for Skilled Nursing Facilities in California

C&M Health Law

On July 21, 2023, the Department of Health Care Access and Information of the California Health and Human Services Agency released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (the “Proposed Rule”) with regulations that would implement new financial and ownership transparency requirements for skilled nursing facilities (“SNFs”) in California.

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Health Provider News – January 20, 2023

Hall Render

ILLINOIS Advocate Health Care Plans Outpatient Center in Lincoln Park Arlington Heights doctor sued over claims of sexual battery, intoxication Chicago physician, health system hit with 7 misconduct suits Chicago positivity rate of 9.3

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The Stage is Set: California Finalizes OHCA Regulations Requiring Notice and Review of Material Healthcare Transactions in 2024

Healthcare Law Blog

At long last, the cost and market impact review (CMIR) regulations promulgated by the California Office of Health Care Affordability (OHCA) have been approved by the California Office of Administrative Law (OAL).

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Payor-Led Initiatives to Strengthen Mental Health Resources

Healthcare Law Blog

The national shortage of mental health professionals, combined with the urgency required to secure treatment for an at-risk population, places a significant strain on practitioners, specifically, and the mental health industry, at large. 21, 2023). [5] November 2022. [2] 5] Bellon, J., PhD, Quinlan, C., MPH, & Taylor, B.,

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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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DOJ Withdraws Decades Old Antitrust Guidance as Scrutiny of Health Care Industry Continues

Hall Render

Background In a press release dated February 3, 2023, the Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division (“DOJ”) announced the withdrawal of three important policy statements that health systems and providers have relied upon for decades in ordering operations, setting internal protocols, and conducting diligence during transactions.

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A Lifeline Amidst Turbulent Times: California Lawmakers Approve Emergency Loans for Struggling Hospitals

Healthcare Law Blog

On Thursday May 4, 2023, Assembly Bill 112 (“AB 112”) passed the California Assembly with a vote of 77-0 and the California Senate with a vote of 38-0. The Distressed Hospital Loan Program will be administered by the Department of Health Care Access and Information (“DHCAI”).