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Health Insurance, Novel Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19), Enroll in Health Insurance
Blog: Join us in helping the uninsured obtain coverage
The AHA recently joined a non-partisan coalition, Get Covered 2021, to promote tools to stop the spread of COVID-19 and expand health coverage to millions of uninsured Americans. Molly Smith, AHA vice president of coverage and state issues forum, explains how hospitals and health systems can get involved in this meaningful effort to improve the overall health of individuals and communities.
340B Drug Pricing Program, Access & Health Coverage, Access to Care in Vulnerable Communities, Drug Prices
Drug Industry-Funded Consultant Swings and Misses
Another week, another drug industry-funded consultant attempting to divert attention away from the high and rising costs of prescription drugs by attacking the 340B drug pricing program.
Financial Oversight, Care Delivery, Financial Management, Strategic Planning
Total cost of care: Key considerations
By Paul Keckley, Molly Smith - Group Vice President for Public Policy, American Hospital Association
Hospitals and health systems are continuously striving to reduce costs and improve the efficiency of care. It is useful to consider the impact of measuring the “total cost of care” on hospitals and health systems, as well as contemplate what steps health care leaders need to take.