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A bipartisan bill that would improve the prior authorization process for seniors on Medicare Advantage will be making a comeback in Congress.

The federal government announced a $10 million reward this week for information leading to the arrest of a Russian national charged with stealing more than $100 million in ransomware payments from hospitals, schools, and other critical infrastructure organizations.

The Pennsylvania Senate this morning passed a bill that will support access to telehealth for thousands of Pennsylvanians.

House lawmakers have advanced two HAP-supported maternal health bills that are part of a broader effort to address disparities in care.

U.S. Senators today revealed a draft proposal that seeks to address generic drug shortages, including chemotherapy and ADHD medications.

Hospitals are grappling with uneven financial conditions, with operating margins, volume, and outpatient revenue all declining during March.

As Pennsylvania ages, many health care professionals are approaching retirement just as the need for health care is rapidly growing. Hospitals and health systems are leading the way in growing the next generation of health care professionals to care for Pennsylvanians and our communities.

An outdated system and a lack of basic cybersecurity precautions led to the Change Healthcare cyberattack, UnitedHealth Group’s CEO testified before federal lawmakers today.

State senators advanced three bills this morning that support patient care and help build the pipeline for the next generation of caregivers.

Allowing nurse practitioners to practice to the full scope of their training is a key step to support the health care workforce.