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A Fresh Start on Familiar Issues
2026 is here, bringing with it a new set of opportunities. In baseball terms, we’re in the first inning — just a few pitches in, but with a host of heavy hitters coming to the plate.
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Mother Inspired to Pursue Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree After Care Team Saves Her Life
After Olivia gave birth to her firstborn son at Naval Medical Center San Diego, she experienced delivery complications that endangered her life. Luckily, the care team at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla saved her life.
5 Things To Know: EMS to Update Base Hospital Nurse Reports on Jan. 6
As part of the County of San Diego Emergency Medical Services’ (EMS) work to review the area’s base station hospital system model and trauma center catchment area designations,
5 Things To Know: Medi-Cal Asset Test, New Presumptive Eligibility Requirements Will Take Effect Jan. 1
Starting Jan. 1, California will reinstate Medi-Cal's asset limit for certain coverage groups, including those who are age 65 or older; have a physical, mental, or developmental disability; live in a nursing home; or are in a household with too much income to qualify under federal tax rules.
5 Things To Know: CARE Court Will Expand Eligibility, Include Bipolar 1 Disorder Effective Jan. 1
California Senate Bill (SB) 27 will take effect on Jan. 1, introducing key updates to the CARE Act — including expanding eligibility to include individuals with bipolar I disorder with psychotic features. SB 27’s main goal is to strengthen the original CARE Act by enhancing access, coordination, and efficiency in delivering mental health and housing services.
5 Things To Know: CMS Updates Hospital Surveyor Guidance to Address Discharge Planning, Notification Requirements, and More
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has revised Appendix A of the State Operations Manual to reflect new guidelines related to Medicare Conditions of Participation regulations finalized in 2019 and 2020, including discharge planning requirements; notifications for patients receiving observation services; and admit, discharge, transfer notification requirements for psychiatric hospitals.
5 Things To Know: Legislative Wrap-up Highlights Key Updates and Policy Changes for 2026
A recording of the California Hospital Association’s recent webinar highlighting legislative changes is now available.
In Hospitals, the Season of Giving Is Year-Round
As 2025 draws to a close, many of us are ready to turn the page — and understandably so, given the challenges this year has brought for patients and the hospitals that care for them.
The Only Way Through Is Together
Two weeks ago, we came together with colleagues, policymakers, and community partners for the 2025 HASD&IC Annual Meeting. It was an honor to welcome more than 200 attendees and create a space to connect, reflect, and look ahead at the challenges and opportunities facing our hospitals and health systems.
5 Things To Know: Bill Reaffirming Immigration Protections Now in Effect, CHA Issues Compliance Primer
Earlier this year, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB) 81 (Arreguín, D-Oakland), which reaffirms existing protections related to immigration enforcement action at California hospitals.