Current Report Newsletter – January 17, 2025

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KHA has a 21-member board of directors. They meet at least five times a year. Each board member holds three-year terms, with a two-term limit. The board has a composition of members from all geographic areas of Kansas all sizes and types of member hospitals are represented. The board also includes two hospital trustees and two physician members. Other participants include American Hospital Association delegate.

KHA's Advocacy Day - Jan. 23

Advocacy is at the heart of every service KHA provides for our members. Whether we are educating, advocating or relationship-building, we look for ways to assist policymakers at the federal, state and local levels in understanding the implications of the policies being discussed.

KHSC Board Meeting - Jan. 28

KHSC is a wholly owned subsidiary of KHA. Therefore, a secondary objective of KHSC is to support KHA in meeting its mission of serving hospitals. Its mission is to provide enhanced value to KHA members by evaluating and endorsing selected vendors of services needed by the KHA membership. KHSC will be a valuable resource to Kansas healthcare facilities and the Kansas Hospital Association as they serve their constituents.

Kansas Virtual Health Care Career Day - Jan. 30

Choose a Future in Health Care.With hundreds of occupations, the health care field is a world of possibilities that grows and evolves every day. KHA and its member hospitals and health systems strive to assist individuals in finding a place in this exciting and challenging field.

New CEO Orientation - Jan. 30-31

This program is designed for CEOs who are new to their position or who want a refresher on the services KHA offers.

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January 17, 2025

President's Perspective – Federal Priorities and the Impact on Health Care Providers
The 119th Congress has been seated, and business is underway. In the first quarter of 2025, the dual-chamber Republican majority will be tested by three major issues. These priorities will impact health care providers.

Kansas Virtual Health Care Career Day – Jan. 30
The Kansas Virtual Health Care Career Day takes students "inside" Kansas hospitals to learn about the many career opportunities available in health care. KHA has created a list of ideas to help hospitals interact with local students interested in health care careers during the event.

Departmental Managers Step Back to Empower Organizational Success
This series shares best practices from hospital teams that have significantly contributed to the well-being, retention, and recruitment of health care workers at their facilities. This week, KHA features Nemaha Valley Community Hospital, Seneca's Departmental Managers Step Back to Empower Organizational Success.

KHA Annual Workforce/Human Resources Surveys in the Field
Three of KHA's annual workforce surveys are currently live in the field, and we encourage your participation.

Medicare Advantage Complaint Submission Process
Organizations representing Medicare providers and seeking assistance from CMS in resolving Medicare Advantage claims issues must complete this form by following these instructions.

KHA Seeks Candidates for Senior Administrative Professional
This position manages various Healthworks projects and provides administrative support for the VP of education and special projects, the SVP of clinical and strategic initiatives, and the director of regulatory affairs and preparedness while delivering friendly customer service.

HIMSS Kansas Chapter 2025 Conference – April 10-11
Entitled Mission: Discovery, the 2025 conference will include expert presentations and discussions on Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, the new HIPAA rules and much more.

KU Tobacco Treatment Specialist Training – Spring 2025
Registration is open for the Spring 2025 KU Tobacco Treatment Specialist Training. Scholarships are available to those who work with clients in the State of Kansas.

APS Hosts Webinar for WoodRiver Energy
Action is required for a webinar with vendor WoodRiver Energy to discuss the Natural Gas Options Selection offered to APS members.

Position Available
CEO, Hillsboro Community Hospital, Hillsboro,
CFO, Clara Barton Medical Center, Hoisington, and Radiology Director, Kingman Healthcare Center, Kingman

Federal and National News
This week's topics include Rural Residency Planning and Development Program, Final Rule of Benefit and Payment Parameters for Marketplace Products, Medicare Proposed 2026 Payment Policy Updates for Medicare Advantage, Part D Programs, Medicare CY 2025 OPPS and ASC Correction Notice, Grant Applications for Addiction Medicine Fellowship Program, MLN Connects Provider eNews, Before You Go.

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Next Week's Schedule

(Jan. 17, 2025) – With a historically fast start to the legislative session, next week will already see the first of the agency budget report outs to the appropriations committees. While Monday will

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President's Perspective – Federal Priorities and the Impact on Health Care Providers

(Jan. 17, 2025) – The 119th Congress has been seated, and business is underway. In the first quarter of 2025, the dual-chamber Republican majority will be tested by three major issues. These prioritie

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George Stover is the 2025 Chair of the KHA Board of Directors

(Jan. 7, 2025) – George Stover, Chief Executive Officer, Rice Community Health, is the 2025 Chair of the Kansas Hospital Association Board of Directors. The election took place during the association's annual meeting in Overland Park. Stover has been an active member of KHA and joined the KHA Board of Directors in 2018. He previously served as a member of the board’s executive committee and as treasurer and chair elect. During his one-year term as board chair, Stover will guide the 21-member gov

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