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The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently released and publicly posted the July 2020 through December 2020 COVID-19 testing plans from all states. These testing plans serve as a roadmap developed in partnership with the Federal government for each jurisdiction’s monthly 2020 testing strategy for SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19). The plans include details on responding to surges in cases and reaching vulnerable populations including minorities, immunocompromised individuals, and older adults.

Each state plan is required to include details of critical parameters for state testing strategies, including target numbers of tests per month, as outlined in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC’s) Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Prevention and Control of Emerging Infectious Diseases (ELC) guidance document.

The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) posted a blog on “Accommodation Strategies for Returning to Work During the COVID-19 Pandemic.” The blog examines strategies for returning workers with disabilities to the workplace during the pandemic. Solutions are suggested to limit the risk of exposure to COVID-19 and address physical distancing and communication needs.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR MILLIONS OF HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS NATIONWIDE
Up to 2% of patient revenue regardless of a previous disbursement.

 Many health care providers are experiencing significant financial hardships in the COVID-19 pandemic. Congress provided $175 billion in relief funds to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to deliver financial relief to hospitals and other health care providers, including those on the front lines of the coronavirus response. Since March, HHS, through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), has been distributing the funds to various providers in phases to support their increased healthcare-related expenses or lost revenue that are attributable to COVID-19; and to reimburse claims for the testing and treatment of uninsured individuals diagnosed with COVID-19.

The latest phase of funding is now available through August 28, 2020. Visit this web page to learn more and get started with the application.

Who is eligible to apply?

  • Providers who bill Medicare, Medicaid, Medicaid managed care, or CHIP
  • Dental providers who accept insurance, as well as bill patients directly
  • First-time or previous applicants may apply as long as they haven’t already received 2% of their patient revenue

How to apply?

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