After being told she needed a pacemaker to treat heart arrythmia, avid cyclist Whitney worried about the future of her active lifestyle. Scripps Clinic Anderson Medical Pavilion was able to ease her concerns by surgically implanting a leadless pacemaker, and now, she’s back to bike riding and racing.
(more…)Avid Cyclist Fights Heart Disorders with Innovative Pacemaker, Back to Her “Happy Place”
5 Things To Know: 2025 Annual Point-in-Time Count Volunteer Portals Now Open
This region’s 2025 Annual Point-in-Time Count (PITC) events are taking place at the end of January, and volunteer registration for each is open. Imperial County’s PITC, run by the Imperial Valley Continuum of Care Council, is happening Jan. 24-25; it is followed by San Diego County’s PITC on Jan. 30, conducted by the Regional Task Force on Homelessness. The purpose of these events is to collect data on the needs of people experiencing homelessness in the community, and they provide an opportunity to increase awareness of homelessness and spark action. Registration is open through the volunteer portals for San Diego County or Imperial County.
Associate Member Spotlight: Thank You
Visit the HASD&IC Associate Member web page to learn more about the program and the companies above.
5 Things To Know: CMS Requires Patient Reclassification Notices in February 2025
Beginning Feb. 14, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will require that hospitals give “Observation Change of Status Notices” to patients who are reclassified from inpatient to observation (outpatient) status. CMS has issued updated information on the new requirements for communication to affected patients. For more information, refer to the CHA News article.
5 Things To Know: Community Outreach Opportunity at Food Distribution Sites
Many facing food insecurity also need help with housing, education, health care, workforce development, and family support. In that vein, outreach organizations are invited to be considered for potential partnership by completing the Community Cares Program interest form. Partnership could include attending San Diego Food Bank distributions and conducting community outreach to individuals and families receiving assistance. any facing food insecurity also need help with housing, education, health care, workforce development, and family support. In that vein, outreach organizations are invited to be considered for potential partnership by completing the Community Cares Program interest form. Partnership could include attending San Diego Food Bank distributions and conducting community outreach to individuals and families receiving assistance.
5 Things To Know: City of San Diego Seeks to Close Digital Divide
The city of San Diego is conducting a community survey to improve internet accessibility and affordability for all residents. Anyone with or without home internet can participate in the survey, which takes 6-8 minutes to complete, and individuals without home internet service can answer relevant questions. All responses will be kept confidential.
5 Things To Know: New Fair Housing Rights Virtual Training Offered
This region’s 2025 Annual Point-in-Time Count (PITC) events are taking place at the end of January, and volunteer registration for each is open. Imperial County’s PITC, run by the Imperial Valley Continuum of Care Council, is happening Jan. 24-25; it is followed by San Diego County’s PITC on Jan. 30, conducted by the Regional Task Force on Homelessness. The purpose of these events is to collect data on the needs of people experiencing homelessness in the community, and they provide an opportunity to increase awareness of homelessness and spark action. Registration is open through the volunteer portals for San Diego County or Imperial County.
A Foundation for Progress in 2025
As we conclude 2024, it’s time to reflect on the strides our hospitals have made in serving San Diego and Imperial counties. This year has underscored yet again the indispensable role hospitals play in fostering healthier, more resilient communities.
(more…)HASD&IC Board Meeting Highlights
The HASD&IC Board of Directors convened on Nov. 20. Board Chair and UC San Diego Health CEO Patty Maysent, MPH, MBA, officiated. Gratitude was extended to Maysent for her leadership as chair for 2024, and the 2025 officers were announced:
(more…)5 Things To Know: HQI Virtual Forum to Discuss Workplace Violence in Critical Access, Rural Hospitals
Individuals leading and supporting hospital efforts to eliminate workplace violence are invited to the next Hospital Quality Institute (HQI) virtual forum on Dec. 12 at noon (PT). The forum will discuss workplace violence concerns and interventions specific to critical access and rural hospitals. Registration is open; questions can be directed to Boris Kalanj, HQI’s director of programs, at bkalanj@hqinstitute.org.