HANYS Blog
Creating a healthier tomorrow for all requires investing in healthcare today
COVID-19 highlighted the importance of a strong, modernized healthcare system. That’s why we’re urging New York state to act now.
See how hospitals near you support your community, economy
HANYS’ latest economic and community benefit reports show that hospitals continued to make significant positive impacts – even in the midst of COVID-19 disruption.
Donate blood today - and help New York hospitals save lives
The ongoing national blood crisis puts patient care at risk. Blood donations are urgently needed.
Workforce, Medicaid, infrastructure: HANYS’ 2022-2023 state budget testimony
HANYS President Bea Grause, RN, JD, delivered the following remarks at the joint legislative hearing of the Senate Finance and Assembly Ways and Means committees on health Tuesday, Feb. 8.
We supported the No Surprises Act, but CMS’ implementation plan includes a poison pill — and we’re fighting to remove it
Contrary to congressional intent, CMS’ interim final rule gives leverage to health plans at the expense of patients and providers.
Emergency departments signal growing distress in children’s mental health
Hospital emergency departments are sentinels for signs of trouble in healthcare: all signs warn of major challenges in children’s behavioral health.
Infrastructure plan must include investments in hospitals, healthcare
Just as our nation’s roads and bridges have aged, so too have our hospitals and health systems.
Pay and pursue: Why New York should adopt this common-sense claims payment reform
Hospitals would get paid in real time for care rendered, while insurers would still be able to challenge the medical necessity of any procedure.
2021-2022 state budget must protect and invest in healthcare
It’s never a good time to cut state support for healthcare. This year it would be devastating.
Vaccine hesitancy and health disparities: How we got here and what we can do about it
UAlbany research provides a roadmap for New York and other states as COVID-19 vaccination ramps up.
