@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialKansas has successfully achieved full compliance with federal mental-health parity requirements following a critical audit, marking a significant milestone in the KanCare program's evolution.
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#KS #CitizenPortal #HealthcareReform #ComplianceMonitoring #BehavioralHealth
@wholewashington.bsky.socialNew More Perfect Union Video Exposes How AI Is Being Used to Deny Medicare Patients Care
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#HealthcareUncovered #MorePerfectUnion #Medicare #MedicareAdvantage #PriorAuthorization #HealthTech #PrivateEquityInHealthcare #PatientRights #HealthcareReform
@newsramp.comADAP Advocacy launches a new digital commercial calling for 340B Drug Pricing Program reform, citing rising patient medical debt and hospitals failing to deliver on the program's promise of affordable care. The debate has shifted — now it's time for action. #340B #HealthcareReform
@citizenptnewsky.bsky.socialKentucky's new Medicaid rules will require expansion members to complete 80 hours of work or community engagement monthly starting January 2027—are you ready for the changes?
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#KY #CitizenPortal #HealthCareReform #SocialServices #CommunityEngagement
@citizenptnewsky.bsky.socialKentucky Medicaid is racing against the clock as the federal government mandates a comprehensive revalidation of providers, with high-risk behavioral health organizations now facing stricter scrutiny like site visits and background checks.
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@citizenptnewsco.bsky.socialThe Commission on Medicaid is grappling with soaring behavioral health costs and the urgent need for reform, but can they strike the right balance without disrupting essential care?
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialCouncilor Flynn is rallying for nurses at Mass General Brigham to get the fair contract they deserve, emphasizing that patient safety and staff dignity are at stake.
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#BostonCitySuffolkCounty #MA #CitizenPortal #HealthcareReform #WorkforceRights #BostonNurses #PatientSafety
@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialLawmakers are pushing for ongoing substance use disorder training for providers, challenging the effectiveness of one-time courses and exploring new licensure requirements.
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#WestchesterCounty #NY #CitizenPortal #HealthcareReform #WestchesterCountySUD #PolicyAdvocacy
@unbreakhealthcare.bsky.socialSince 2019, Colorado lawmakers have passed 182 new healthcare bills.
The goal? Fix the system.
The reality? Healthcare prices are STILL rising & these bills cost the state $858M/year in administrative overhead.
More policy ≠ cheaper healthcare 📊
@citizenptnewsmn.bsky.socialMinnesota's groundbreaking 2023 law empowers the attorney general to intervene in health care mergers, ensuring public interest is prioritized—see how this could reshape the future of health care in the state!
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@citizenptnewsmn.bsky.socialMinnesota lawmakers are demanding legally binding community benefits agreements to ensure that patient care comes first in the controversial Sutter Health-Allina merger.
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#MN #CitizenPortal #HealthCareReform #MinnesotaCommunity #CorporateAccountability #PatientProtections
@citizenptnewsmn.bsky.socialHennepin County just approved a staggering $13.7 million increase to its jail health contract, raising eyebrows over soaring costs and critical care needs.
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#HennepinCounty #MN #CitizenPortal #HealthCareReform #PublicSafety #CivicAccountability
@lilasskicker.bsky.social
@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialFour state senate candidates faced off in Middlebury, passionately tackling critical issues like affordability, health care, and climate policy that matter most to voters.
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#MiddleburyAddisonCounty #VT #CitizenPortal #HealthCareReform #MiddleburyAffordability #ClimatePolicy
@citizenptnewsmi.bsky.socialWayne County leaders have greenlit an $85 million amendment for jail health services, but with critical questions looming about local staffing and litigation history.
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#WayneCounty #MI #CitizenPortal #HealthcareReform #WayneCountyJailHealth #PublicSafety #CivicAccountability
@citizenptnewswi.bsky.socialEau Claire Area School District could save over $1 million on health plan premiums, but at what cost to their risk exposure?
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#WI #CitizenPortal #HealthCareReform #RiskManagement #FinancialSavings
@robertcfried.bsky.social
@citizenptnewsmn.bsky.socialMinnesota's new law empowers the Attorney General to scrutinize health care mergers like never before, ensuring public interests are front and center in every transaction.
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#MN #CitizenPortal #PublicInterest #HealthCareReform #NonprofitAccountability #MinnesotaHealthCare
@citizenptnewswi.bsky.socialWisconsin's school board faces rising insurance costs and must decide whether to stick with a trusted health plan amid significant market shifts.
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#WI #CitizenPortal #HealthCareReform #WorkplaceSafety #InsuranceCosts
@citizenptnewswa.bsky.socialWashington's Health Care Authority is gearing up for 2027 with bold legislative priorities that could reshape health services amidst a projected deficit.
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#WA #CitizenPortal #HealthCareReform #FederalFunding #BehavioralHealth