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Kitzhaber Signs Homecare Worker Law, Opening Registry to Private Payment

SB 1542 was pushed by SEIU and senior advocates, giving middle-class seniors a new option, in addition to private home care agencies, to help them stay in their homes while meeting the needs of daily living. The state homecare workers, previously available only for Medicaid clients, will soon be open for all.

May 29, 2014

State Allows Primary Care Doctors to Offer Innovative Payment Arrangement

January 12, 2012 -- Primary care practices can now charge patients a set fee that is paid regularly, such as monthly, in return for specific health care services. However, doctor offices using this approach must register with the state.

Jan 13, 2012

Portland Aerial Tram to OHSU at sunrise. | TIM JEWETT/OHSU

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