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Monthly Archives: July 2009
Committee Hears Childrens, Oral Health Bills
The Health Care Financing Committee held its last scheduled hearing on primary jurisdiction bills today. Included were key HCFA priority bills on children’s health and oral health (see our photos here). Kids: The success of Massachusetts in extending health coverage … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Oral Health
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Quality and Cost Council Reorganizes Quality Work
The Quality and Cost Council met today with one new face and without a familiar face. Thomas O’Brien was at the table representing the Attorney General’s office (he shares the seat with David Friedman). Quentin Palfrey had previously shared the … Continue reading
Posted in Health Care Quality, MassHealth/Medicaid
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Educating Hospitals on Patient and Family Advisory Councils
The MA Coalition for the Prevention of Medical Errors is hosting a series of educational phone calls for Massachusetts hospitals to learn about Patient and Family Advisory Councils (PFACs). The first call is scheduled for next Tuesday, July 21 and … Continue reading
Helpline Hears from Hundreds of MA Residents in Fear of Losing Coverage
Since the Connector Authority sent out a letter to legal immigrant members last week, the Health Care For All HelpLine has received hundreds of inquiries from people who are deeply concerned they are going to lose the coverage the are … Continue reading
MITSS HOPE AWARD
MITSS (Medically Induced Trauma Support Services) is a unique and important organization serving those who have been impacted by adverse medical events. Nominations are now being accepted for the Second Annual MITSS HOPE Award. The MITSS HOPE Award was established … Continue reading
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Globe: We like animals, too. But the state’s current budget will certainly cause pain to living, breathing human beings.
Today’s Globe lead editorial puts the discussion about overriding funds for the zoo and health care needs in clear perspective: . . . Yes, we like animals, too. But the state’s current budget will certainly cause pain to living, breathing … Continue reading
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Health Care Quality and Cost Council Meeting Wednesday
The Cost and Quality Council will be meeting on Wednesday, July 15, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM, at One Ashburton Place, Boston, 21st Floor. The agenda includes a discussion and approval of Council’s FY2010 Goals and Priorities and Committee Reorganization … Continue reading
Protect Health Coverage for 30,000 Massachusetts Residents!
30,000 legal immigrants are at risk of losing their Commonwealth Care coverage. These residents are our neighbors, our family members, our friends and our co-workers who are lawfully residing, working, and paying taxes in this state. The loss of health … Continue reading
Budget Overrides Start Tuesday
The legislature begins its consideration of budget overrides and amendments on Tuesday. The top issue will be Governor Patrick’s proposed compromise for the coverage of legal immigrants. The Governor has accepted the legislature’s decision to find savings everywhere, even in … Continue reading
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Dental Insurance is Health Insurance!
Oral health is a crucial part of overall health. The implications of untreated dental disease are serious and can be permanent: significant tooth decay, pain, or infection can inhibit eating, speaking, learning and working. Nationally, more than 51 million school … Continue reading
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