Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) News

Dec 11 2024 9 ep. 3 mins 1

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Welcome to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) podcast, your go-to resource for the latest insights and developments in public health, healthcare policies, and human services. Join us as we explore critical topics that impact the well-being of communities nationwide, featuring expert interviews, in-depth discussions, and updates on initiatives shaping the future of health services. Stay informed and engaged with HHS, where health and humanity meet. Tune in to empower your knowledge and contribute to a healthier society.

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HHS Update: HIPAA Violations, Medicare Reforms, Climate Outlook, and Diversity Initiatives

Dec 11 2024 3 mins

Welcome to this week's update from the Department of Health and Human Services. I'm your host, and we're diving into the latest news and developments that impact American citizens, businesses, and state and local governments.Starting with the most significant headline, the HHS Office for Civil Rights has settled with Inmediata Health Group, a health care clearinghouse, over HIPAA i

"Protecting Patient Data, Advancing Whole-Person Care: Key HHS Updates for America"

Dec 09 2024 3 mins

Welcome to this week's update on the Department of Health and Human Services. This week, we're focusing on several key developments that impact American citizens, businesses, and state governments.First off, the HHS Office for Civil Rights has imposed a significant penalty against Children's Hospital Colorado for HIPAA privacy and security rules violations, totaling $548,265. This

HHS Streamlines Procurement and Data Governance with New Initiatives

Dec 06 2024 3 mins

Welcome to this week's update on the Department of Health and Human Services. The most significant headline this week is the announcement of two new acquisition programs set to launch in FY 2025. These programs aim to streamline knowledge and foster two-way communication between industry and the agency, particularly benefiting ARPA-H, which focuses on high-risk, high-reward researc

HHS Highlights World AIDS Day, HIPAA Enforcement, and Fraud Awareness Efforts

Dec 04 2024 3 mins

Welcome to our latest podcast on the Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) recent news and developments. This week, we're starting with a significant headline from Secretary Becerra on World AIDS Day 2024. In his statement, Secretary Becerra emphasized the importance of continued efforts to combat HIV/AIDS, highlighting the progress made but also the challenges that remain

HHS Highlights: World AIDS Day, Research Ethics, and Public Health Initiatives

Dec 02 2024 3 mins

Welcome to our podcast, where we dive into the latest news and developments from the Department of Health and Human Services. This week, we're starting with a significant headline that marks an important day of recognition: World AIDS Day.On December 1, Assistant Secretary for Health Admiral Rachel Levine issued a statement commemorating World AIDS Day 2024, emphasizing the ongoing

HHS Announces Policy Expansion for Improved Health and Human Services Across America

Nov 29 2024 3 mins

Welcome to our podcast on the latest news and developments from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This week, we're focusing on a significant policy expansion announced by the Biden-Harris Administration.On November 26, 2024, the HHS released a news statement detailing a policy expansion aimed at enhancing health and human services across the country. This move unde

Expanding Healthcare Access: HHS Highlights 496,000 New ACA Marketplace Enrollments

Nov 27 2024 3 mins

Welcome to our podcast, where we dive into the latest news and developments from the Department of Health and Human Services. This week, we're starting with a significant headline: over 496,000 new consumers have selected affordable health coverage in the ACA Marketplace, as announced by HHS on November 25, 2024[1].This milestone underscores the ongoing efforts to make healthcare m

"Healthcare Innovations: Advancing Equity, Quality, and Affordability"

Nov 22 2024 3 mins

Welcome to this week's update on the latest news and developments from the Department of Health and Human Services. This week, we're focusing on significant updates from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other key initiatives.Starting off, CMS has announced the third and final cohort of states participating in the States Advancing All-Payer Health Equity Approa

HHS Highlights: AHEAD Model, Birthing-Friendly Designation, and Sickle Cell Disease Toolkit

Nov 21 2024 3 mins

Welcome to this week's update from the Department of Health and Human Services. Our top story comes from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, which has announced the third and final cohort of states participating in the States Advancing All-Payer Health Equity Approaches and Development, or AHEAD, model. Rhode Island and a sub-state region of New York join Maryland, Vermon