WEEKLY UPDATE:

October 10, 2024


Connecticut Hospitals, Health Systems Mitigating Impacts of Nationwide IV Fluid Shortage

Connecticut hospitals and health systems are implementing action plans to manage and conserve critical intravenous (IV) fluids after flood damage from Hurricane Helene forced a Baxter International facility to shut […]

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Connecticut Department of Social Services Requests Provider Input for Legislatively Required Medicaid Report

As required by Section 17 of Public Act 23-171, An Act Protecting Patients And Prohibiting Unnecessary Health Care Costs, the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) is preparing to submit to […]

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Advocates Call for Extension of Telehealth Prescribing Flexibilities for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment

Healthcare providers, telehealth companies, lawmakers, and other advocates are urging the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to extend telehealth flexibilities which would waive the in-person visit requirement […]

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State Officials, Advocates Observe Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) is observed every October to unite advocates and communities in efforts to end domestic violence, empower survivors, and eliminate stigma.  Throughout the month, the Connecticut Coalition […]

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Education

HIPAA Privacy, Security & Breach Rules: Keeping Current to Remain Compliant Thursday, October 17, 2024, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Connecticut Hospital Association, 110 Barnes Road, Wallingford, CT 06492 Fees: CHA Members: $150 […]

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