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Trillium May Resume Enrolling Oregon Health Plan Members in Portland Metro Area, State Says

The insurer has made enough progress for its freeze to be lifted, but more improvements are still needed, Oregon Health Authority said.

Jan 11, 2022
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Oregon Prepares To Expand Coverage to Undocumented Adults

Cover All People, a new program intended to combat disparities and improve health, will make the Oregon Health Plan open to people regardless of their immigration status starting July 1, 2022.

Dec 28, 2021
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Tough Oregon Health Care Merger Law Nears Launch With Questions Unsettled

Rule-making for the new program has dragged on as its March 1 start date nears. Officials promise a light touch to start.

Dec 16, 2021
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State Auditors Flag Questionable Oregon Health Plan Billing

Their report urges safeguards to prevent bogus Medicaid billing during hospital stays.

Dec 15, 2021

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Oregon Lawmakers Put $19 Million Toward Medicaid Dental Cuts

The funds could boost dental care access, including in rural areas and for kids, after providers warn of “grave risk.”

Dec 14, 2021
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Amid Nursing Shortage, Lawmakers, Nurses Look For Solutions

Rep. Rachel Prusak, a nurse practitioner, plans to put forward a bill in the short session in 2022 with ways to bolster the workforce of nurses.

Dec 9, 2021
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State, Local Governments Near Deal On Opioid Settlement Split

Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum is close to a deal with local governments divvying up a $330 million opioid settlement, though conflicts linger.

Dec 7, 2021

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CCOs, Lawmakers Push Back On New Medicaid Revenue Rules

The Oregon Health Authority is battling headwinds over new rules requiring the state's coordinated organizations use a portion of Oregon Health Plan revenue to fund social determinants of health.

Dec 2, 2021
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Oregon Medical 'Chaperones' Rule Stirs Opposition, Rewrite

In the face of widespread opposition, the Oregon Medical Board has tapped the brakes on a rule requiring “medical chaperones” be present during sensitive examinations.

Nov 30, 2021
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