(Mar. 22, 2024) – Join KAMMCO staff from noon to 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, as they explore the Kansas Health Care Stabilization Fund and how it affects Kansas hospitals and the overall health care climate in Kansas. This education is perfect for hospital administrators, especially those who could use an easy refresher or those new to their positions.
The Fund 101: A Complete Guide to the Kansas Health Care Stabilization Fund
In Kansas, the Health Care Stabilization Fund, more commonly known as "the Fund," is a critical piece of the state's health care infrastructure. Not only does it provide an added layer of liability protection to the providers it covers, it also serves to maintain an environment of predictability that makes Kansas one of the best places in the country to practice medicine. During this webinar, the chief counsel for the Kansas Health Care Stabilization Fund, Rita Noll, JD, will share her expertise on all things related to the Fund.
Key Discussion Points
- Origins and Function: Explore why the Kansas Legislature established the Fund and how it functions.
- Coverage Clarity: Understand who designated health care providers are and who falls within the scope coverage for the Fund.
- Caps on Damages: Delve into the significance of damage caps and its impact on providers and the health care ecosystem in Kansas.
--Hayley Finch-Genschorck