Legislation

A significant cyberattack that occurred on May 8 targeting healthcare giant Ascension resulted in the exposure of medical data for 5.6 million customers. This incident, announced by the Maine attorney general’s office on December 20, underscores the growing cybersecurity challenges faced by the healthcare sector. The breach, which took place when a

The Biden administration has announced significant updates to existing cybersecurity regulations to combat the increasing problem of healthcare data breaches. The primary focus of these changes is the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996. The necessity for these updates stems from an alarming rise in healthcare data

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced its intention to resume the implementation of its Oracle Cerner Millennium electronic health record (EHR) system in mid-2026. This decision comes amidst ongoing concerns from lawmakers regarding the system's viability due to historical technical challenges, cost overruns, patient safety

The 2025 Medicare physician payment schedule has sparked significant concern among healthcare providers, particularly due to the proposed 2.83% cut in reimbursement rates. This marks the fifth consecutive year of reductions, leading to extensive financial strain on physician practices. Despite vocal opposition from the American Medical Association

The Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act proposes significant reforms aimed at enhancing the quality of life for veterans by modernizing the VA system, focusing on timely access to healthcare, mental health support, combating homelessness, and improving employment opportunities. These reforms suggest a

In the wake of the devastating COVID-19 pandemic that claimed over 37,000 lives, New Jersey is rigorously enhancing its capacity to respond to future public health emergencies. Building on the hard-earned lessons from the pandemic, the state is committed to overhauling its strategies, policies, and preparedness mechanisms to protect its citizens