President's Perspective – Grateful for Your Gifts

The KHA staff extends its gratitude to Kansas hospital teams for their unwavering dedication and tireless efforts every day. Your commitment to care, compassion and healing is a gift to all who need health care in Kansas.

A Strong Pulse Keeps the Heart of the Hospital Beating

KHA appreciates the opportunity to highlight workforce strategies that honor employees, providers or volunteers who make significant contributions to the well-being, retention or recruitment of health care workers at their facility. Thank you to the McPherson Center for Health's Pulse Team for sharing their strategies.

CMS Provides Updates on Processing of Medicare Claims Impacted by Government Shutdown

During the shutdown, CMS instructed the MACs to process claims consistent with the Pricer software, fee and payment schedules that included reductions in payment due to the expiration of certain health care extender policies. CMS has now provided additional guidance.

Infectious Disease Preparedness 2026 ECHO – Jan. 13 through Feb. 10

KDHE and The University of Kansas Health System are collaborating to offer a five-part series to address infectious diseases related to both domestic and international travel, in preparation for the FIFA 2026 World Cup.

Registration for KOSCP's Jan. 14 Webinar Will Include 2026 Membership

The easiest way to become a 2026 KOSCP member is to register for its January webinar. A quick $50 registration gives you a full 2026 KOSCP membership and access to this practical, member-focused educational session. A separate application is not required.

Health Observances and Recognition Days for December

Supporting KHA's vision, "Optimal Health for Kansans and Kansas 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

CMS Releases CY 2026 Final Medicare OPPS, ASC and ESRD Payment and Policy Updates and MLN Connects Provider eNews.