Latest California Healthline Stories
Governor Considers Redirecting Funds To Expand Coverage
Gov. Schwarzenegger’s administration confirmed two more health care reform proposals in advance of the governor’s speech, which will be broadcast live online. Officials familiar with the plan also said that the governor plans to redirect some funds paid to hospitals to help purchase coverage for uninsured residents. San Francisco Chronicle et al.
Group Criticizes Proposed HPV Vaccination Requirement
The group says the vaccination should not be mandatory and should be combined with education that encourages abstinence until marriage. Contra Costa Times.
Tenet Hospitals Sue Kaiser Over Unpaid Bills
The lawsuit claims that Kaiser from 2000 to 2004 paid lower rates than those negotiated in a contract. In several cases, Kaiser did not pay bills altogether, according to the suit. Orange County Register.
California Healthline Highlights Recent Hospital News
Nurses at last union-free hospital in Bay Area vote to join California Nurses Association; Group launches opposition to sale of facility in San Diego County