2+ week, 2+ day ago   (136+ words) Kentucky's governor and a congressman are at odds over the effect of Medicaid cuts on the state's rural hospitals. Gov. Andy Beshear (D-Ky.) warns that $21 billion in Medicaid cuts over 10 years will threaten rural hospitals. Congressman Andy Barr (R-Ky.), who's…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago   (345+ words) (The Center Square) – Virginia is getting $122 million in federal funding for rural health care as hospitals across rural parts of the Commonwealth continue to struggle with staffing shortages, rising costs and financial pressure. The Trump administration announced the funding Friday…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (461+ words) (The Center Square) – Virginia agencies are being told to make it easier for eligible residents to stay enrolled in Medicaid and food assistance as new federal requirements take effect. Executive Order 20, issued Tuesday, creates a “Keep Virginia Covered” policy for…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (175+ words) Leading Virginia Community Services Board selects Qualifacts’ Credible EHR to unify systems, reduce administrative burden, and support expanded care delivery. Greater Reach CSB selected the Qualifacts Credible electronic health record (EHR) platform to transition from separate clinical and billing systems…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (59+ words) Families say a state-owned medical clinic for patients with intellectual disabilities has been a lifeline. Now it's being cut off. Patients 'ripped away' from needed care amid Kentucky budget feud It was a mixture of shock and outrage that spurred…...

2+ mon, 4+ week ago   (419+ words) A Virginia legislative report found seven rural hospitals are at the highest risk of financial distress or closure under at least one national assessment model, with all seven reporting negative operating margins in 2024. The report, presented to the Joint Commission…...

2+ mon, 4+ week ago   (426+ words) A Louisville clinic focused on providing medical services for children and adults with intellectual development disabilities is set to lose millions in funding, resulting in drastic cuts in staffing and services for patients. "The Governor is currently taking steps to…...

3+ mon, 4+ day ago   (750+ words) PADUCAH — A recent study by the United Health Foundation placed Kentucky 48th in the nation for senior health, highlighting issues such as food insecurity and early mortality rates. From 2022 to 2023, the study found that rates of food insecurity climbed from 7.7% of…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (419+ words) RICHMOND, Va. — The Virginia Department of Health has launched a statewide campaign aimed at raising awareness about maternal mental health and connecting women with resources in their communities. The "Beyond the Blues" campaign launched at the Richmond Main Library Tuesday....

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (268+ words) (LEX 18) — Kentucky has secured more than $105 million in FEMA disaster funds to reimburse six hospitals and Kentucky Emergency Management for expenses incurred during the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Andy Beshear announced May 22. The reimbursements cover costs incurred between January 2020 and May…...