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In this short video, you can learn how reforming Medicaid could help working Missourians access health care while saving you money on your health insurance premiums. More »

 
 
 
 

Without Medicaid reform, the cost of providing care to the state’s uninsured at Missouri’s hospitals could nearly triple to $3.5 billion annually by 2019. These costs will be largely shifted to businesses and individuals who purchase commercial insurance coverage. More »

 
 
 
 

Not expanding Medicaid could cost Missouri more than 9,000 jobs, $1.9 billion in reduced capital investment or $1.1 billion in cost shift to the insured, according to a new analysis from MHA. More »

 
 
 
 

A new report from the Missouri Hospital Association found that in 2011, Missouri hospitals provided $1.1 billion in uncompensated care to Missourians — a record level. The report underscores the central role hospitals play in supporting Missourians’ health and the economic health of communities throughout the state. More »

 
 
 
 

In 2014, more than 24,000 jobs could be created if Missouri participates in the federal Medicaid expansion plan included in the Affordable Care Act, according to new research from the University of Missouri. More »

 
 
 
Persistent Drug Shortages Affect Care, Costs At Missouri Hospitals

Author: Dave Dillon, Missouri Hospital Association, Jefferson City
Topics: Health Policy, Hospitals & Physicians, MHA Resources

 

A survey of Missouri hospital pharmacy directors found that persistent shortages in the nation’s pharmaceutical pipeline are affecting hospitals’ ability to deliver care in a safe, timely way and are leading to increased costs. More »

 
 
 
 

While teenagers may feel independent, this is a question that needs to be discussed as a family. Signing your driver’s license can open the door to conversation. More »

 
 
 
 

Visitors can view information on how hospitals are performing on nationally recognized quality of care metrics and patient satisfaction. More »

 
 
 
 

Your head hurts, your nose starts running and your throat is scratchy. Common symptoms of the flu? Or is it a cold? What about a sinus infection? The symptoms of the three can be very similar, and differentiating between them is a mystery to many of us. More »

 
 
 
 

Missourians looking for a rewarding career are now only a click away from the information they need to “diagnose” their futures. Missouri Health Careers, a new website sponsored by the Missouri Hospital Association, is designed to help students and career-switchers identify opportunities in the health care sector that match their personalities and educational goals. More »

 
 
 
Hospitals Create Economic Value

Author: Dave Dillon, Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Health Policy, Hospitals & Physicians, Insurance & Costs, MHA Resources

 

Strong communities need strong hospitals. Strong hospitals support the social and economic fabric of Missouri. More »

 
 
 
H1N1 Influenza

Author: Dave Dillon, Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Cold & Flu, Infectious Diseases, Viral Infections

 

H1N1 Influenza is so last year, right? As it turns out, it’s not. Just because we’re not hearing about it, doesn’t mean it’s gone. More »

 
 
 
 

Consumers can now view reports on patients' experience of hospital care. More »

 
 
 
Ensuring the Best Quality of Care

Author: Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Hospitals & Physicians, MHA Resources

 

Missouri hospitals are dedicated to providing the best quality of care to their patients. More »

 
 
 
Putting Patient Safety First

Author: Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Hospitals & Physicians, MHA Resources

 

Missouri hospitals make patient safety a top priority. More »

 
 
 
Making Informed Medical Decisions

Author: Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Hospitals & Physicians, MHA Resources

 

Many resources are available to assist consumers with their health care decisions. More »

 
 
 
Understanding Medical Conditions

Author: Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Hospitals & Physicians, MHA Resources

 

Missouri hospitals want to better serve consumers by providing accurate and reliable health-related resources. More »

 
 
 
 

Missouri hospitals want to ensure that consumers statewide have access to affordable prescription drugs. More »

 
 
 
 

The following Web sites offer information, resources and documents concerning end-of-life care. More »

 
 
 
 

Missouri hospitals want consumers to be well-informed of the health statistics in their community. More »

 
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