Skilled Nursing News April 29, 2024
The California Hospital Association (CHA) has taken legal action against Anthem Blue Cross, the largest health insurance company in the state, for its role in denying discharge from hospitals to nursing homes and other post-acute care settings.
According to reporting in The San Diego Union Tribune, the lawsuit alleges that Anthem’s prolonged approval processes for skilled nursing and other post-acute care placements are causing severe delays and financial burdens for health care providers and patients alike.
The outcome of this legal battle will likely have far-reaching implications for skilled nursing operators and health care providers across California, as they grapple with systemic challenges in patient discharge and post-acute care transitions.
The California Association of Health Facilities (CAHF), while not a...
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