Hospitals and health systems across Northern and Central California may be able to receive a portion of a $1.2 billion settlement available from a recent class action lawsuit with Discover Card. The deadline to file a claim is May 18, and no extension will be available.
The Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM) is set to reshape hospital operations and financial strategies across California and the nation. Beginning January 2026, selected hospitals will be accountable for the total cost and quality of care for Medicare Fee-for-Service patients for 30 days post-procedure, with regionally determined target prices and mandatory participation for many facilities....
The Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM) is set to reshape hospital operations and financial strategies across California and the nation. Beginning January 2026, selected hospitals will be accountable for the total cost and quality of care for Medicare Fee-for-Service patients for 30 days post-procedure, with regionally determined target prices and mandatory participation for many facilities....
CENTRAL VALLEY: Hospital Council gathered members across Fresno, Madera, Tulare, and Kings counties to discuss the future of community health needs assessments. Historically, Hospital Council has coordinated joint studies between hospital members and public health. However, given each hospital’s unique reporting needs and requirements, in the future, Hospital Council may simply coordinate primary data collection (focus groups and community surveys). Members...
Medical Solutions — one of the nation’s leading health care workforce partners, and Hospital Council’s newest corporate associate member — will share its comprehensive approach to supporting hospitals’ workforce development needs at a Jan. 21 webinar. From managed services and internal resource pools to contingent staffing, virtual care, interim leadership, and direct hires, Medical Solutions is focused on empowering health...
In this edition, we’re reflecting on key successes for 2025. Below are memorable achievements from each section. CENTRAL VALLEY: In 2025, Hospital Council partnered with the Central Valley Community Foundation, more than 30 business and community leaders, seven counties, more than 40 hospitals, and the University of California to conduct the Central Valley Health Care Landscape Analysis. This project demonstrates...
The THREADS 2025 Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Statewide Symposium, held November 17–19 at the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts in Santa Rosa, convened a diverse and committed network of leaders dedicated to strengthening California’s behavioral health and housing continuum.
CENTRAL VALLEY: Hospital Council convened hospitals to discuss community benefit programs. At the meeting, hospitals discussed collaborating to address food insecurity in the region, to streamline the requests hospitals receive and provide even greater funding to community organizations. Next year, Hospital Council will facilitate the creation of an investment plan for this group, which will continue...
CENTRAL VALLEY: Hospital Council continues to work with the Central Valley Community Foundation and local leaders on the Central Valley Health Care Landscape Analysis, which will be released in early 2026. Early report findings indicate that — despite major coverage gains — the Central Valley’s health care infrastructure is stretched thin, with severe workforce shortages and mounting financial...
Glytec, the leader in advanced glycemic management, is now a Hospital Council corporate associate member.