Panelists prepare for ‘herculean task’ as Medicaid redeterminations return – Health News Illinois
State agencies, providers, plans and advocates are gearing up to put in place a years-long planning effort as the Medicaid program’s continuous enrollment policy comes to a close.
Work continues on rural emergency hospital license – Health News Illinois
Illinois officials are continuing to work on developing a new license to help critical access and rural hospitals.
Review board approves Rush’s $51.2 million plan for cancer center in Lisle, other projects – Health News Illinois
The Illinois Health Facilities and Review Board signed off Tuesday on several projects, including a $51.2 million plan by Rush University System for Health to build a new cancer center in Lisle.
Illinois receives over $750,000 from settlement with medical equipment manufacturer – Health News Illinois
Illinois has received more than $750,000 from a multi-state settlement with a medical equipment manufacturer over allegations the company misled federal healthcare programs by paying kickbacks to suppliers.
Rush announces $70 million outpatient care facility on Chicago’s west side – Health News Illinois
Rush University System of Health said Monday it plans to build a $70 million outpatient care center on Chicago’s west side.
Durbin seeks federal funding boost for healthcare worker scholarship, loan repayments – Health News Illinois
Federal funding for a scholarship and loan repayment program would grow significantly under a proposal unveiled last week by Illinois Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin.
Durbin tests positive for COVID-19 – Health News Illinois
Illinois Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin said Sunday he tested positive for COVID-19.
CDC: 9 counties at elevated COVID-19 community levels – Health News Illinois
Federal health officials recommend those at risk of severe illness from COVID-19 take precautions in nine Illinois counties, according to data released last week.
House approves various healthcare bills – Health News Illinois
The House signed off on several healthcare bills last week, including one allowing providers in the state’s drug overdose prevention program to distribute fentanyl test strips.
Vohra lays out plans to upgrade infrastructure – Health News Illinois
Department of Public Health Director Dr. Sameer Vohra told lawmakers last week the agency’s focus in the coming year will be on upgrading the state’s public health infrastructure.