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Connection newsletter 10-2-25
Read about the healthcare implications with the federal government shutdown, the Arizona Transition to Practice Program starting its sixth cohort and the AzHHA HR Roundtable next week.
Read MoreArizona Transition to Practice Program for New Graduate Registered Nurses starts sixth cohort
Arizona Transition to Practice Program for New Graduate Registered Nurses starts sixth cohort The September 2025 cohort started on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025. The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) is proud to announce that the sixth cohort of the Arizona Transition to Practice Program for New Graduate Registered Nurses has commenced. The program supports and develops…
Read MoreConnection newsletter 9-25-25
Read about AzHHA submitting a comment letter opposing licensing fee increases, the looming government shutdown as fight over ACA subsidies intensifies and how the general effective date is around the corner.
Read MoreAzHHA leadership transitions within Care Improvement
AzHHA leadership transitions within Care Improvement After more than four decades of service to the healthcare community, Vicki Buchda, M.S., R.N., NEA-BC, will retire from her role as senior vice president of care improvement at the Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) at the end of this year. Vicki’s career has been defined by her…
Read MoreCheck out this year’s sessions focused on your area of interest
Check out this year’s sessions focused on your area of interest The 2025 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference is next month! In addition to inspiring keynote speakers and panels, we are also proud to present sessions in key areas of interest: Innovation Innovating to build and sustain the healthcare workforce Reimagining the healthcare experience in 2025…
Read MoreConnection newsletter 9-18-25
Read about AzHHA’s 2025 Legislative Report being available online, how the passage of a CR may hinge on an extension of the ACA premium tax credits and AzHHA submitting comments to CMS on OPPS proposed rule.
Read More2025 Legislative Report
2025 Legislative Report The report details AzHHA’s 2025 advocacy efforts including: Holding healthcare insurers accountable, including reducing credentialing delays and protecting patients from algorithm-driven denials. Addressing the maternal health crisis in Arizona. Strengthening Arizona’s healthcare workforce. Pushing for reform for interfacility transportation. Ensuring that hospitals do not face additional cuts. The big picture: These legislative victories…
Read MoreConnection newsletter 9-11-25
Read about comments being due on Sept. 22 for ADHS’s proposed licensing fee increase, registration and room block information for the 2025 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference and how the AHA is urging an antitrust probe into drugmakers’ 340B rebate models.
Read MoreMentoring gives new grads the support they need
Mentoring gives new grads the support they need Kathy Roat, MSN-PH, RN-BC, CHPN, director of education for Hospice of the Valley, has nearly two decades of experience in nursing which includes bedside care and leadership positions. Kathy joined the nursing profession after spending time as a preschool and elementary school teacher. Now, she’s able to…
Read MoreRegister now: Early bird deadline is Tuesday
Register now: Early bird deadline is Tuesday The 2025 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference will take place Oct. 29-31, 2025, at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson. Register today to receive your discount to attend AzHHA’s premiere event. What you need to know: You must register by Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025, to receive the discount. Take…
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