Latest California Healthline Stories
Hospitals Required To Keep Caregivers In The Loop
California is one of several states to pass laws intended to involve caregivers in discussions when patients are hospitalized or discharged.
Expensive Drugs in 2016 Crosshairs
Lawmakers, policymakers and California voters are poised this year to move past dismay and discussion about rising prescription drug prices. With a new law on the books in California and a petition approved for the statewide ballot, dismay may give way to action.
Health Reform May Change Workers’ Roles
A new study from UC-San Francisco predicts new health care jobs in California spurred by an aging population and changes in a reforming health care system.
Scope of Practice Legislation To Fight Another Day
None of the four bills proposing expanded scopes of practice for health care providers in California this year made it the governor’s desk. At least one state legislator vows to keep trying.
Why California Put the Brakes on a Hospital Merger — and What it Means
A proposed $843 million California hospital merger ended in acrimony, accusations and even a lawsuit. What went wrong, and what does it mean for hospital mergers?
The Next Big Battle Over Obamacare: Another Tax
As employers begin to consider future benefits packages, their attention is turned to the Affordable Care Act’s 40% tax on high-cost health plans. Advocates say the tax will help reduce health care costs by discouraging wasteful spending, while critics say the tax will unfairly raise out-of-pocket expenses for workers.
Accountable Care Organizations, Explained
This model of care is one of the ways created by the Affordable Care Act to reduce health care costs while improving quality of care. You can also watch the accompanying video that explains ACOs.
New Program in Coachella Valley Seeks Affordability in Personalized Primary Care
Putting a new spin on concierge medicine, Eisenhower Medical Center’s new direct primary care model lets patients connect to their doctors via email.
Federal Court Sides With Home Workers
California got the green light to implement an overtime pay requirement for home health workers, possibly in the fall. However, that light turns yellow if the case is appealed to the Supreme Court.
Has the ACA Made Community Health Centers Unnecessary?
Many people view community health centers as a key source of health care for uninsured U.S. residents. With the expansion of health insurance and efforts to increase the number of primary care providers via the Affordable Care Act, are CHCs still needed?