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WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a bid to increase transparency in the Medicare Advantage insurance market, the Biden-Harris administration has taken a significant step. Through the U.S. Department of Health and …
Unveiling the Veil: Biden-Harris Administration Seeks Greater Transparency in Medicare Advantage Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued fresh guidelines for hospital and long-term care facility administrators, …
Clarifying Obligations: The Fight for Religious Non-Discrimination in Healthcare Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced a series of grants amounting to $50 million. This financial boost is earmarked to deliver vital health …
A $50 Million Lifeline: CMS Grants Aim to Boost Child Healthcare in Schools Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently reported that the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) has served over one million households within its …
Over One Million Households Served by the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program, HHS Reports Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently unveiled a new strategy that aims to revolutionize mental health care through the Innovation in Behavioral Health …
Innovation in Behavioral Health Model: Groundbreaking Strategy for Medicaid and Medicare Recipients Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a crucial move seen as a lifeline to foster care youth, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued new guidance designed to …
New Measures to Alleviate Youth Homelessness Post Foster Care: An Imperative Move by the U.S. Department of Health And Human Services Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a major effort to streamline the renewal process for Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) …
HHS Launches Online Hub to Simplify Medicaid and CHIP Renewals, Aiming for Broad Coverage Continuity Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recently announced a Final Rule titled “Safeguarding the Rights of Conscience as Protected …
New HHS Rule Strengthens Protection of Conscience Rights, Balancing Religious Freedom and Access to Healthcare Read More
In a virtual meeting with leaders of long-term care facilities (LTCFs), on Wednesday, January 3, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra emphasized the critical importance …
HHS Secretary Urges Long-Term Care Facilities to Boost COVID-19 Vaccination Rates Read More
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) have announced a significant update to the safety guidelines for federal facilities, marking the …
Federal Guidelines Revamped: Safety Stations to Include Naloxone and Hemorrhagic Control in Addition to Defibrillators Read More