In Session: Keeping a pulse on North Carolina Healthcare Policy
In Session: Keeping a pulse on North Carolina Healthcare Policy
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Welcome to In Session, the North Carolina Healthcare Association’s podcast where we dive deep into critical issues impacting hospitals, patients and the overall health of our communities. Whether you’re a legislator, policy advisor, or community leader, this series is designed to keep you informed about the challenges and opportunities in healthcare today.
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The podcast spotlights key healthcare topics affecting North Carolina, including legislative updates, healthcare policy developments, and community health initiatives with episodes addressing the upcoming 2025 Legislative Session and discussions on the impact of healthcare reform.
Welcome to In Session, the North Carolina Healthcare Association’s podcast where we dive deep into critical issues impacting hospitals, patients and the overall health of our communities. Whether you’re a legislator, policy advisor, or community leader, this series is designed to keep you informed about the challenges and opportunities in healthcare today.
As North Carolina enters the short legislative session, key healthcare priorities are in focus.
In this episode of NCHA’s In Session podcast, co-hosts James Tucker, NCHA’s Interim Vice President of Government Relations and Legislative Counsel and Anthony Okunak, Vice President of Finance and Financial Policy, discuss Medicaid rebase funding, and new federal Medicaid work requirements. They break down what these changes mean for hospitals, patients, and the state’s healthcare system, especially in rural communities facing ongoing financial pressure.
The conversation also highlights the importance of maintaining coverage, reducing administrative burden, and working collaboratively to manage costs without compromising access to care.
Stay informed on the policy decisions shaping healthcare across North Carolina. Follow us on X at @NCHAGovRel for more advocacy updates.
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