Jeff Lagasse
CMS estimates that more than 30,000 people will receive Medicaid coverage during the first year of the demonstration.
Staff received hazard pay, meals and, in one nursing home, a dedicated space to stay overnight to avoid taking the virus home to members' families.
The groups said prohibiting training that promotes racial reconciliation is counterproductive to addressing racism.
The surging costs of tackling the pandemic are straining public hospital budgets, increasing the need for county support.
The virus is resurgent in many areas, adding to fears that it will compound with influenza to create headaches for healthcare.
Expected to open in 2025, the $1.5 billion facility will offer cardiac, hematology/oncology and transplant services.
Repayment will now begin one year from the issuance date of each provider's or supplier's accelerated or advance payment.
Rural facilities tend to pay physicians more due to the difficulty in recruiting new talent to rural communities.
Data should be used in ways that foster openness, communication and a better work environment for caregivers.
New complexities will cost money to implement, which could hinder potential savings and hurt innovation.