COVID-19
From the Provider Relief Fund to workplace safety, keep up with the latest federal COVID-19 updates affecting healthcare providers and the public.
CMS Issues Rule on Healthcare Worker Vaccination Requirements
CMS issued an IFC requiring COVID vaccination of staff at all facilities regulated under Medicare CoPs, Conditions for Coverage, or Requirements for Participation, including hospitals.
FEMA Public Assistance Supports COVID-19 Vaccine Administration to Children
FEMA is supporting equitable distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine to adults and children by continuing to offer funding for state, tribal, territorial and local vaccination efforts.
NETEC: Pediatric Surge Responses and Crisis Standards of Care
Speakers from the National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center discuss the impact of the pediatric surge during the COVID-19 pandemic.
HRSA Extends Phase 4/ARP Rural Application Deadline
Applicants must submit TINs to the IRS for validation by Oct. 26, and complete and submit Phase 4/ARP applications by Nov. 3.
AHA Bulletin on HRSA Opening Application Process for Additional Distributions of COVID Relief Funds
HRSA announced the portal is now open for providers to apply for $25.5 billion in COVID-19 relief funds. AHA's bulletin encourages members to apply for this funding as soon as possible.
CDC Alert re COVID-19 Vaccination for Pregnant People
CDC recommends urgent action to increase COVID-19 vaccination among people who are pregnant, recently pregnant, who are trying to become pregnant, or who might become pregnant in the future.
Update on PRF and Rural ARP Funds
HHS announced several updates related to the Provider Relief Fund (PRF) and American Rescue Plan (ARP) resources.
FEMA Medical Staffing Requests Advisory
State, Tribal and Territorial governments across the nation are experiencing increases in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, resulting in renewed strains on medical personnel availability.
PRF Reporting Portal Data Entry Workbook
A Provider Relief Fund Reporting Portal Data Entry workbook is available to assist providers as they complete the reporting process.
PRF Reporting Portal Update and July 8 Technical Assistance Webinar
The PRF reporting portal is open for providers to report on use of payments received between April 10 and June 30, 2020. HRSA posted a workbook and a user guide to assist providers with reporting.
IHA Letter to HHS on PRF Deadline and Additional Distributions
IHA wrote HHS to request a swift release of remaining PRF funds. IHA also requested that HHS extended the utilization period beyond June 30, 2021.
An Option for COVID-19 Positive Patients: Monoclonal Antibody Treatment
COVID-19-positive patients can learn more about the option of monoclonal antibody treatment in this fact sheet.
IHA Letter to HHS Urges Delay of Accelerated Loan Repayment
HHS and CMS provided funding through MAAPP without which most of our hospitals would be unable to continue serving their communities. IHA urges the agencies to adjust the final settlement date.