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2023 Legislature on health care: What passed? What didn't?

(7 days ago) — Senate Bill 5499paves the path for Washington state to join 37 other states, Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). This allows qualified, licensed, background-checked nurses to move freely about the country with their careers intact and without state licensing barriers. Eliminating … See more

https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/2023-legislature-on-health-care-what-passed-what-didnt

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Governor Inslee Signs WA My Health, My Data Act into Law

(5 days ago) WebApril 27, 2023. OLYMPIA – House Democrats joined Governor Jay Inslee and Attorney General Bob Ferguson in Seattle this morning for the signing of a package of legislation focused on reproductive and healthcare …

https://housedemocrats.wa.gov/slatter/2023/04/27/governor-inslee-signs-wa-my-health-my-data-act-into-law/

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New law offering free or discounted hospital care to 4 …

(6 days ago) WebApproximately half of all Washingtonians will save money as a result of Attorney General request legislation . OLYMPIA — Starting tomorrow, 4 million …

https://www.atg.wa.gov/news/news-releases/new-law-offering-free-or-discounted-hospital-care-4-million-washingtonians

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Health care reform Washington State Health Care …

(2 days ago) WebIn Washington, health care reform has allowed more than half a million adults who were previously uninsured to enroll in Apple Health (Medicaid). In addition, the Washington …

https://www.hca.wa.gov/about-hca/who-we-are/health-care-reform

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Universal Health Care Commission - Washington State …

(6 days ago) WebUniversal Health Care Commission. Washington State seeks to establish a universal system of health care for all residents. Senate Bill 5399 passed during the 2021 …

https://www.hca.wa.gov/about-hca/who-we-are/universal-health-care-commission

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Healthcare staffing bill passes House, heads to …

(5 days ago) WebThe following is from WA Safe + Healthy:. OLYMPIA (April 7, 2023) — The Washington State House of Representatives passed the healthcare staffing bill Thursday, the final legislative hurdle in a long process led by …

https://www.thestand.org/2023/04/healthcare-staffing-bill-passes-house-heads-to-governors-desk/

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Home Washington Healthplanfinder

(5 days ago) WebHealth Care Is Self Care. Take care of yourself and your family with a Cascade Care plan. With the new Cascade Care Savings Program, you could save more than ever. Assisters …

https://www.wahealthplanfinder.org/

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Washington Quietly Passed One of the Strongest Universal Health Care

(1 days ago) WebNext month California Congressman Ro Khanna plans to re-introduce the State-Based Universal Health Care Act of 2021, which would greatly streamline the waiver application process.

https://www.thestranger.com/slog/2021/05/19/57468126/washington-quietly-passed-one-of-the-strongest-universal-health-care-laws-in-the-country

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Legislature passes AG Ferguson, Rep. Simmons bill

(1 days ago) WebAttorney General Request legislation ensures that millions of Washingtonians will pay no deductibles or co-pays at Washington hospitals OLYMPIA — The …

https://www.atg.wa.gov/news/news-releases/legislature-passes-ag-ferguson-rep-simmons-bill-significantly-expands-financial

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Healthcare Reform: The Affordable Care Act Washington …

(9 days ago) WebFor more information, visit our Public Health Transformation page. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) puts the consumer in charge of their healthcare. The overarching goal of the ACA …

https://doh.wa.gov/public-health-provider-resources/healthcare-reform

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New Washington State Laws Relating to Reproductive Health …

(2 days ago) WebThe bill also establishes a new cause of action for “interference with protected health care services.” The Washington State Attorney General’s Office may …

https://www.wsha.org/articles/new-washington-state-laws-relating-to-reproductive-health-services-and-gender-affirming-care

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Patient Bill of Rights Washington state Office of the Insurance

(8 days ago) WebCall us at 800-562-6900, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. Live chat with us. Contact us to ask an insurance question. Washington state's Patient Bill of Rights guarantees health …

https://www.insurance.wa.gov/patient-bill-rights

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Health insurance plans and health care programs Washington …

(6 days ago) Web13 rows · Washington Healthplanfinder (www.wahealthplanfinder.org) Get help paying for your insurance premiums when you buy a health plan in our state's health insurance …

https://www.insurance.wa.gov/health-insurance-plans-and-health-care-programs

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The Washington State Health Care Landscape KFF

(4 days ago) WebWashington is one of 17 states operating a state-based Health Insurance Marketplace. 64 On May 11, 2011, Governor Gregoire signed Senate Bill 5445 into law establishing the Washington Health

https://www.kff.org/affordable-care-act/fact-sheet/the-washington-state-health-care-landscape/

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Safe nurse staffing bill officially signed into law - WSNA

(2 days ago) WebGov. Inslee signs safe nurse staffing bill (ESSB 5236) into law, April 20, 2023. Yesterday Gov. Inslee signed a safe staffing bill ( ESSB 5236 ), which will improve …

https://www.wsna.org/news/2023/safe-nurse-staffing-bill-officially-signed-into-law

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Protecting Washingtonians’ Personal Health Data and Privacy

(1 days ago) WebWashington is a national leader in protecting the privacy of consumer health decisions and health data. In 2023, Attorney General Bob Ferguson requested legislation to …

https://www.atg.wa.gov/protecting-washingtonians-personal-health-data-and-privacy

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2022 Legislative Summary now available - Washington State …

(9 days ago) WebMay 26, 2022. WSHA’s 2022 Legislative Summary is now available digitally on the WSHA website, and physical copies will be mailed to hospital and health systems next week. …

https://www.wsha.org/articles/2022-legislative-summary-now-available/

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Benefits health plans must cover under Washington state law

(8 days ago) WebThere are essential health benefits that must be covered under the Affordable Care Act.Under Washington state law, certain individual/family and group plans must also …

https://www.insurance.wa.gov/benefits-health-plans-must-cover-under-washington-state-law

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What You Need to Know About the New Washington State Long …

(6 days ago) WebUpdate as of: January 27, 2022. On January 27 th, Governor Jay Inslee signed House Bill 1732 which delays implementation of the long-term care payroll tax in …

https://www.coldstream.com/insights/new-washington-state-long-term-care-act/

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New Requirements for Hospital Staffing (2023 SB 5236)

(2 days ago) WebPurpose The purpose of this bulletin is to inform hospitals of expansive changes to Washington hospital staffing laws pursuant to Engrossed Second Substitute …

https://www.wsha.org/articles/new-requirements-for-hospital-staffing-2023-sb-5236/

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Home - Whole Washington

(8 days ago) WebWhole Washington. Whole Washington is a grassroots coalition of healthcare professionals and volunteers from across Washington State. Whole Washington endorses both state and national efforts and supports organizations and candidates working to make Universal Healthcare a reality. We fight for single payer healthcare at the national level …

https://wholewashington.org/

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Lawmakers pass bill to change how WA cares for youth stuck in …

(8 days ago) WebWashington lawmakers have passed legislation holding the governor’s office accountable for a growing crisis of children warehoused in hospitals awaiting psychiatric …

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/mental-health/lawmakers-pass-bill-to-change-how-wa-cares-for-youth-stuck-in-hospitals/

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Laws and Regulations Washington State Department of Health

(Just Now) WebThe Washington Administrative Code (WAC) is the list of rules that state agencies administer. A Sunrise Review is an evaluation of a proposal to change the laws …

https://doh.wa.gov/you-and-your-family/infants-children-and-teens-links-and-services/childrens-health-and-safety/genetic-services/laws-and-regulations

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US long-term care costs are sky-high, but Washington state’s new …

(7 days ago) WebUS long-term care costs are sky-high, but Washington state’s new way to help pay for them could be nixed Published: April 30, 2024 8:27am EDT. Marc No one to …

https://theconversation.com/us-long-term-care-costs-are-sky-high-but-washington-states-new-way-to-help-pay-for-them-could-be-nixed-228174

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Health care coverage for undocumented an insult to taxpayers

(5 days ago) WebI just read that Washington sate has been granted a federal waiver that allows undocumented immigrants to secure health insurance through the state’s …

https://www.heraldnet.com/opinion/health-care-coverage-for-undocumented-an-insult-to-taxpayers/

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Chapter 70.02 RCW: MEDICAL RECORDS—HEALTH CARE - Washington

(1 days ago) Web70.02.280. Health care providers and facilities — Prohibited actions. HTML PDF. 70.02.290. Agency rule-making requirements — Use/destruction of health care information by certain state and local agencies — Unauthorized disclosure — Notice — Rules/policies available on agency's website.

https://apps.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=70.02

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Arizona Senate votes to repeal 1864 abortion law - Washington …

(4 days ago) WebArizona state senators successfully passed a measure to repeal the state’s near-total 1864 abortion ban, following a heated and emotional voting session. Two …

https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/healthcare/2987371/arizona-senate-votes-to-repeal-1864-abortion-law-sending-measure-to-governors-desk/

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Abortion Bans Across the Country: Tracking Restrictions by State

(3 days ago) WebState law protects abortion, but a 1984 law prohibits using state funds to cover the cost of most abortions. A 2023 law shields those seeking or providing abortions in …

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/us/abortion-laws-roe-v-wade.html

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Court says state health-care plans can’t - The Washington Post

(Just Now) WebCourt says state health-care plans can’t exclude gender-affirming surgery By Rachel Weiner Updated April 29, 2024 at 1:10 p.m. EDT Published April 29, 2024 at …

https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/04/29/gender-affirming-surgery-state-health-care-plans/

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The Supreme Court’s latest abortion case is about emergencies

(8 days ago) WebThe Biden administration sued Idaho in 2022, saying the state’s strict abortion ban didn’t include a sufficient carveout for EMTALA and left health-care …

https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/23/supreme-courts-latest-abortion-case-is-about-emergencies/

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Bill some warn could raise auto insurance rates - Washington …

(1 days ago) Web(The Center Square) – House Bill 4611, another measure that is of priority of the Illinois Secretary of State, has stalled. The measure limiting factors that auto insurers …

https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/2980822/bill-some-warn-could-raise-auto-insurance-rates-on-senior-drivers-stalls/

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California assembly advances universal healthcare in bill that could

(Just Now) Web(The Center Square) - The California Assembly Health Committee voted to advance a bill that would establish a universal healthcare board that would ban most …

https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/2980806/california-assembly-advances-universal-healthcare-in-bill-that-could-double-taxes/

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Supreme Court divided over access to emergency abortions AP …

(2 days ago) WebWASHINGTON (AP) — Conservative Supreme Court justices appeared skeptical Wednesday that state abortion bans enacted after the overturning of Roe v. …

https://apnews.com/article/abortion-supreme-court-emergencies-hospitals-doctors-45766f0a1ab576ce0f6515c5a1bd9e2a

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LISTEN: Supreme Court appears skeptical state - Washington …

(Just Now) WebConservative Supreme Court justices appeared skeptical Wednesday that state abortion bans enacted after the overturning of Roe v. Wade violate federal health …

https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2024/apr/24/listen-supreme-court-appears-skeptical-state-abort/

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Laws and Regulations - Washington State Department of Health

(Just Now) WebSee Regulation 42 CFR 489.24 (PDF) for more information. Acute care hospitals Chapter 70.41 RCW – Hospital Licensing Chapter 246-320 WAC- Hospital Licensing Alcoholism …

https://doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/facilities-z/hospitals/laws

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Healthcare Transactions Notification Requirement Washington …

(1 days ago) WebHealthcare Transactions Notification Requirement. In 2019, the Washington State Legislature enacted Attorney General's backed House Bill 1607, that established a new …

https://www.atg.wa.gov/healthcare-transactions-notification-requirement

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Justice Dept. Recommends Easing Restrictions on Marijuana

(1 days ago) WebThe recommendation came despite concerns from Anne Milgram, the administrator of the D.E.A., which has long relied on federal research and data to support …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/30/us/politics/justice-department-reclassify-marijuana.html

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