This issue brief describes federal and Arkansas parity laws, the extension of parity requirements under the Affordable Care Act, and issues concerning access and parity in Arkansas. Read More
In his latest column for the Healthcare Journal of Arkansas, ACHI President and CEO Dr. Joe Thompson suggests ways that Arkansas could reduce risks and promote healthy outcomes in the birthing journey. Read More
Our 2023 Friends of ACHI Appreciation Event was both a night to honor partners and supporters and a celebration of our 25-year history of serving as a catalyst to improve the health of all Arkansans. Read More
ACHI President and CEO Dr. Thompson appeared Sunday as a guest on the news discussion program “Capitol View,” where he and host Roby Brock discussed several health-related items in the news. Read More
Arkansas has a higher percentage of children in rural areas enrolled in Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program than any other state, a new analysis finds. Read More
For the first time, Medicare will negotiate the prices of 10 of the costliest prescription drugs under a law aimed at making health care more affordable for Americans. Read More
Nearly 3 in 10 U.S. adults say they or someone in their family has been addicted to opioids, according to a new poll from the Kaiser Family Foundation. Read More
Cybersecurity and the threat of hospital cyberattacks are growing concerns for rural Arkansas hospitals, according to a report that assesses current financial challenges. Read More
Aug. 28-Sept. 1, 2023, is National Community Health Worker Awareness Week, an annual observance that celebrates and commemorates community health workers for their contributions to the healthcare system. Read More
The National Academy for State Health Policy’s annual conference brought together a diverse group of healthcare professionals and policy experts to discuss the current healthcare landscape. Read More
