Policy and Legislation
Industry groups said the funds are necessary to ensure that hospitals can continue to effectively respond to the pandemic.
The funds may be used to hire staff, start infection control programs, increase testing or provide technology to connect residents with families.
The lawsuit alleges a Trump Administration rule makes it easier for providers and insurers to discriminate against protected groups.
Pfizer will deliver the doses in the U.S. if the product receives Emergency Use Authorization or licensure from the FDA.
The signatories contend that, by requiring hospitals to post real prices, patients will be better able to evaluate their options.
The plans do not comply with the comprehensive benefits of the Affordable Care Act.
These funds are from the $175 billion relief package from Congress.
They will be sent enough tests to screen each resident and staff member weekly, as well as visitors if appropriate for the facility.
Halvorson envisions an integrated system which unites healthcare payment, improvement and racial and economic equity.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr. Robert Redfield says the controversial new process, which calls on hospitals to send capacity and utilization data to HHS, was made with CDC support.