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National stockpiling standards are needed to address product shortages, Premier says

A national strategy is needed to avoid redirecting supplies away from front-line caregivers, the survey concluded.

The health system said federal funding doesn’t cover operating losses incurred during the public health crisis.

The system expects it will realize the $500 million reduction in debt as anticipated, though a final order is still needed.

By using a personal, community-based approach, Parkview was able to realize savings by cutting unnecessary ED utilization.

The reduction is linked to a federal court ruling that established annual deadline-based targets.

Providers, compounders, individual states and the FDA all have roles to play in stemming drug shortages during the pandemic.

The model’s services include skilled nursing, medications, infusions, behavioral health, imaging and laboratory services and rehabilitation.

The administration claims the law is unconstitutional without the individual mandate.

The CARES Act and the resumption of elective procedures have helped, but they’re still baby steps on the road to recovery.

The coronavirus is mainly affecting the credit outlook for the rest of the year and beyond as hospitals adapt to new financial realities.