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unRx will host a webinar, Managing 340B Pharmacy Amid Evolving Policies and Legal Challenges, at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4. Speaker Bharath Krishnamurthy, Health Policy & Analytics at the American Hospital Association, will share valuable insights to help eligible entities navigate regulatory changes, manage their 340B programs effectively and respond to evolving policy updates.

KHA Legislative Dinner - Nov. 4

We are excited to offer the membership the opportunity to discuss some of the challenges and opportunities at your hospitals with policymakers. This year, we are excited to host legislative dinners throughout the state featuring interactive conversations about hospital challenges.

KHA Board Meeting - Nov. 5

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 the American Hospital Association delegate.

Sunflower Health Network Board Meeting - Nov. 6

The Sunflower Health Network is a not-for-profit organization that consists of 26 counties located primarily in North Central and North West Kansas. Sunflower Health Network's (SHN) specific purpose is to improve the population's health status. The 26 member hospitals, in conjunction with their medical staff, have developed a network that fosters cooperation and coordination. The priority has been to enhance the integration of health-related services among the SHN member communities.

Pioneer Health Network - KHA Workforce Roundtable - Nov. 6

The goal of this event is to evaluate the current health care workforce landscape and facilitate new conversations that build on progress and explore further opportunities for advancement.

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July 25, 2025

President's Perspective – Harold Courtois to Receive the Charles S. Billings Award
The Billings Award was established to recognize individuals who provide distinguished and outstanding service to Kansas healthcare. We are honored to announce that Harold Courtois is the 45th recipient of this award.

Provider Assessment Update
KHA continues to await CMS's approval of the 2025 Preprint, which will enable KDHE to draw down the federal match for our provider tax revenues.

Reserve Your Seat at a Complimentary Health Care Preceptor Academy!
Are you ready to elevate your role as a health care preceptor to the next level? KHA is offering a series of complimentary Health Care Preceptor Academies across the state, and the seats are filling quickly!

Kickoff Webinar at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 31: Hospital Bed Capacity Project
A webinar will be hosted to introduce Kansas hospitals to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network Connectivity Initiative : Hospital Bed Capacity Project.

Participate in the 2026 Virtual Health Care Career Day
KHA, the Kansas Department of Education and the Kansas Board of Regents are hosting the fourth annual Virtual Health Care Career Day on Feb. 18, 2026. We are soliciting applications from Kansas hospitals to profile one of the eight featured health careers for this event.

De-Escalation Techniques to Address Workplace Violence – AHA Webinar Aug. 13
This session will explore strategies and proven de-escalation techniques tailored to the unique challenges of health care settings.

KONL Logo Contest
KONL is launching a logo design contest to create a new, modern, professional and recognizable logo that reflects KONL's mission to support nurse leaders across Kansas.

Health Observances and Recognition Days for August
Supporting KHA's vision, "Optimal Health for Kansans and Hospitals," KHA is sharing SHSMD's health observance calendar as a tool for planning your health events, internal and external communications and social media campaigns.

Federal and National News
This week's topics include CMS: 2.8 Million Potentially Enrolled in Multiple Medicaid, Marketplace Plans and MLN Connects Provider eNews Available.

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Kansas Rural Health Innovation Alliance Meeting

(Oct. 20, 2025) – Today, the Kansas Rural Health Alliance met for a third time to discuss and preview the Kansas Rural Health Transformation Plan.

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Scholarships Awarded from Kansas Health Care Organizations

(Oct. 13, 2025) - Healthworks is pleased to announce the successful completion of the 24th Annual Health Care Scholarship Program. Healthworks partnered with the Kansas Hospital Human Resources Association and the Kansas Association of Health Care Executives to provide 26 scholarships totaling $36,000.

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