Policy

CMS rules, the No Surprises Act, and the regulation shaping reimbursement.

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Welch Community Hospital's future clouded by privatization push, CAH questions

Welch Community Hospital faces an uncertain future as West Virginia Del. David Green (R-McDowell) advocates for privatization and a federal Critical Access Hospital (CAH) designation, according to Black By God. Green has publicly argued the designation would help the rural facility, citing a similar hospital in southern West Virginia that has operated profitably for nearly 15 years.

By The Desk - Jordan Leahy · August 13, 2026

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Wichita council to weigh $11.25M tax break for Wesley Medical Center upgrades

The Wichita City Council is set to consider $11.25 million in new sales tax exemptions tied to $150 million in upgrades at Wesley Medical Center, owned by HCA Healthcare. The incentives, on the council's Tuesday agenda, would provide a 100% sales tax exemption on $150 million in industrial revenue bonds issued by the city, according to the Wichita Eagle.

The Desk - Jordan Leahy · August 3, 2026