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HCA eyes ‘substantial growth’ of investor-owned hospitals amid rising costs in Washington

Washington’s Health Care Authority (HCA) says the state has seen a “substantial growth” in hospitals owned by private-equity investor groups in recent years, a shift occurring alongside health care ...
KHQ

Health Care Authority seeks recourse after Washington Medicaid data given to federal agencies

SEATTLE, Wash. – The Health Care Authority (HCA) announced that they are looking for recourse after private Apple Health (Medicaid) data was shared with the Department of Homeland Security. The data ...
Seeking Alpha

Washington State HCA Removes Prior Authorization for Hormone-Free "In the Moment" Contraceptive PHEXXI Ahead of Huskies vs. Wolverines Championship Game

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Multiple studies have shown that testosterone levels surge in men watching a favorite sports team compete. A major victory – like the Washington Huskies over ...
The Spokesman-Review

Washington Health Care Authority warns workers of layoffs

Employees at one of Washington state’s largest health agencies are bracing for layoffs due to ongoing funding challenges. Though how many could lose their jobs and when aren’t known, the leader of the ...
Yakima Herald-Republic

Washington Health Care Authority seeks more funding to expand Medicaid for undocumented adults

The number of undocumented adults seeking Medicaid through Apple Health Expansion is growing. According to the Washington Health Care Authority, more than 10,000 people are eligible but cannot enroll ...