5 Things We’re Watching is our regularly distributed market and policy intelligence newsletter. Each newsletter includes five items of relevance specific to your market. Enjoy links to original source documentation, thoughtful coverage from other outlets, and independent reporting from State of Reform.
5 Things Washington: 1332 Waiver, Q&A w/Sen. Dhingra, Early Bird registration
Emily Boerger | May 25, 2022 | Washington
Though we are still a ways out, we're excited to announce that we've already begun planning for the 2022 Inland Northwest State of Reform Health Policy Conference! After hosting this conference virtually for the last two years, we're very much looking forward to hosting this event in person on September 8th at
5 Things Washington: Q&A w/U.S. Rep. Kim Schrier, Health initiatives, Inflation & Medicare
Emily Boerger | May 11, 2022 | Washington
In this edition of "5 Things We're Watching," we take a look at health-related initiatives filed with the Secretary of State's office, new updates on federal health policy that could impact Washington State, and $47 million in grant funding that aims to increase behavioral health service capacity. Thanks for reading!
5 Things Washington: Youth mental health, Housing benefit, Public health emergency
Emily Boerger | Apr 12, 2022 | Washington
As State of Reform continues to expand and grow, we're excited to announce that we've hired a new full time reporter to cover the intersection of health care and health policy in Washington State. Shane Ersland comes to State of Reform with over 10 years of journalism experience, having most
5 Things Washington: Health in the budget, Health policy recap, Cost of care
Emily Boerger | Mar 10, 2022 | Washington
Today marks the final day of the 2022 legislative session. Despite it being a short session, lawmakers were able to pass several pieces of meaningful health-related legislation. In this edition of "5 Things We're Watching," we look back at the session through a deep dive into health funding in the
5 Things Washington: Workforce legislation, Q&A w/ Sen. Frockt, Housing & health care
Emily Boerger | Feb 10, 2022 | Washington
Heading into the 2022 legislative session, lawmakers on both sides of the aisle stressed the importance of finding ways to support the state's health care workforce. In this edition of "5 Things We're Watching," we bring you an update on some the workforce policy currently under consideration in the legislature. We also have
5 Things Washington: Health staffing legislation, Q&A w/ Sen. Warnick, Pharmacy deserts
Emily Boerger | Jan 26, 2022 | Washington
In case you missed it, yesterday we released the Detailed Agenda for the 2022 State of Reform Federal Health Policy Conference. It's a strong list of over 60 speakers that we're excited to bring together for conversations on the most important health policy topics and issues facing the country. This virtual event will
5 Things Washington: What you missed, 2022 health policy, Deferred care
Emily Boerger | Jan 12, 2022 | Washington
Last week we were honored to host the 2022 Washington State of Reform Health Policy Conference, which brought together a diverse group of some of the most senior health care executives and health policy leaders in the state. In this edition of "5 Things We're Watching" we feature several of
5 Things Washington: Legislative leadership, Rx policy, Cost of care
Emily Boerger | Dec 30, 2021 | Washington
We are one week out from our 2022 Washington State of Reform Health Policy Conference. The conference will feature 4 keynotes, 20 breakout sessions, and close to 80 curated speakers who will talk through some of the most pressing and impactful issues facing Washington's health care system. In light of increasing infections due to the
5 Things Washington: Prefiled bills, Safe staffing, Detailed Agenda
Emily Boerger | Dec 16, 2021 | Washington
We are excited to announce that we recently opened up registration for the 2022 State of Reform Federal Health Policy Conference. The event is coming up on February 17 and will be fully virtual, allowing attendees from across the country to participate! This conference will feature conversations on federal health policy,
5 Things Washington: WA Cares Fund, International medical graduates, 2021 Re-Wire Policy Conference
Emily Boerger | Nov 23, 2021 | Washington
With the Thanksgiving holiday this week, I wanted to take a moment to say thank you on behalf of the entire State of Reform team for your continued support. Whether it’s through attending our conferences, reading our coverage of health care and health policy in Washington, or sponsoring our events,
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