Hackensack Meridian Health promptly filed a lawsuit against HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on the same day the Supreme Court overturned Chevron deference. The New Jersey-based health system challenges the formula for disproportionate share hospital payments, criticizing CMS' interpretations that have affected their Medicare reimbursements. Audrey Murphy, VP and chief legal officer, emphasized that the Supreme Court's decision allows for stricter adherence to congressional payment policies, which is crucial for the financial stability of nonprofit health systems like Hackensack. The lawsuit aims to ensure accurate future Medicare payments and clarity on supplemental security income reimbursements, signaling Hackensack's proactive stance in protecting its financial interests.

Why Hackensack Meridian acted quickly in post-Chevron landscape Becker's Hospital Review

Healthcare industry groups, including hospitals, insurers, and information management executives, have voiced strong objections to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) proposed rule for cybersecurity incident reporting. The rule, designed to enhance and expedite reporting for entities deemed critical infrastructure under the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2022 (CIRCIA), is criticized for its redundancy with existing federal regulations and the significant burden it places on organizations already managing cyberattacks. Industry representatives argue that the 72-hour reporting requirement is excessive and diverts essential resources during crises. They also express concerns over the substantial data retention mandates and the potential risks associated with sharing sensitive cybersecurity strategies. Calls for simplified, harmonized regulations are widespread, with suggestions to expand or clarify the rule’s scope to include more third-party vendors directly involved in the healthcare ecosystem.

Healthcare industry rails against CISA's 'redundant' and 'burdensome' cyber incident reporting proposal Fierce Healthcare

MultiCare is implementing a new billing policy for responses to MyChart messages that require over five minutes of clinical time and medical expertise, starting July 1, 2024. This change addresses the increased volume of messages substituting for in-person or virtual visits, which demand significant provider time. While most messages will remain free, patients may incur costs ranging from $0 to $35, depending on their insurance. Further details, including the types of billable messages and cost breakdowns by insurance type, are available for readers.

MyChart Messaging MultiCare

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, and Arianna Huffington, CEO of Thrive Global, discuss how AI-driven behavior changes can address the unsustainable burden of chronic diseases on the U.S. healthcare system. Leveraging hyper-personalization, AI can improve foundational health behaviors—sleep, diet, exercise, stress management, and social connections—thereby preventing diseases and optimizing treatments. They introduce Thrive AI Health, a collaborative initiative designed to create a personalized AI health coach. This AI tool integrates scientific knowledge with individual health data to provide real-time, tailored health recommendations, promising to democratize health benefits and tackle inequities. The authors emphasize the importance of regulatory support, integration into healthcare practices, and individual empowerment to realize this vision.

AI-Driven Behavior Change Could Transform Health Care TIME

Hackensack Meridian Health promptly filed a lawsuit against HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on the same day the Supreme Court overturned Chevron deference. The New Jersey-based health system challenges the formula for disproportionate share hospital payments, criticizing CMS' interpretations that have affected their Medicare reimbursements. Audrey Murphy, VP and chief legal officer, emphasized that the Supreme Court's decision allows for stricter adherence to congressional payment policies, which is crucial for the financial stability of nonprofit health systems like Hackensack. The lawsuit aims to ensure accurate future Medicare payments and clarity on supplemental security income reimbursements, signaling Hackensack's proactive stance in protecting its financial interests.

Why Hackensack Meridian acted quickly in post-Chevron landscape Becker's Hospital Review

Healthcare industry groups, including hospitals, insurers, and information management executives, have voiced strong objections to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) proposed rule for cybersecurity incident reporting. The rule, designed to enhance and expedite reporting for entities deemed critical infrastructure under the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2022 (CIRCIA), is criticized for its redundancy with existing federal regulations and the significant burden it places on organizations already managing cyberattacks. Industry representatives argue that the 72-hour reporting requirement is excessive and diverts essential resources during crises. They also express concerns over the substantial data retention mandates and the potential risks associated with sharing sensitive cybersecurity strategies. Calls for simplified, harmonized regulations are widespread, with suggestions to expand or clarify the rule’s scope to include more third-party vendors directly involved in the healthcare ecosystem.

Healthcare industry rails against CISA's 'redundant' and 'burdensome' cyber incident reporting proposal Fierce Healthcare

MultiCare is implementing a new billing policy for responses to MyChart messages that require over five minutes of clinical time and medical expertise, starting July 1, 2024. This change addresses the increased volume of messages substituting for in-person or virtual visits, which demand significant provider time. While most messages will remain free, patients may incur costs ranging from $0 to $35, depending on their insurance. Further details, including the types of billable messages and cost breakdowns by insurance type, are available for readers.

MyChart Messaging MultiCare

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, and Arianna Huffington, CEO of Thrive Global, discuss how AI-driven behavior changes can address the unsustainable burden of chronic diseases on the U.S. healthcare system. Leveraging hyper-personalization, AI can improve foundational health behaviors—sleep, diet, exercise, stress management, and social connections—thereby preventing diseases and optimizing treatments. They introduce Thrive AI Health, a collaborative initiative designed to create a personalized AI health coach. This AI tool integrates scientific knowledge with individual health data to provide real-time, tailored health recommendations, promising to democratize health benefits and tackle inequities. The authors emphasize the importance of regulatory support, integration into healthcare practices, and individual empowerment to realize this vision.

AI-Driven Behavior Change Could Transform Health Care TIME