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Consumer Advocates Create Watchdog Group to Monitor CCO Development

April 27, 2012—Healthcare and social justice advocates are joining together to form an ad- hoc “CCO Watchdog” group to closely monitor the implementation of coordinated care organizations throughout the state and advocate on behalf of Oregon Health Plan members.The Oregon Center for Public Policy and Oregon Action are spearheading the effort.

Apr 27, 2012

Charles D. Cameron Public Services Building, Hillsboro OR / | SERA ARCHITECTS

Press Release: Washington County Applies For Phase I Reopening

May 22, 2020

Stabbin’ Wagon holds regular outreach events at Medford’s Hawthorne Park, which has seen issues with drug use and camping among unsheltered people. Melissa Jones, the group’s leader, was arrested at the park during sweeps of homeless encampments in 2020. | JAKE THOMAS/THE LUND REPORT

Despite criticisms, Stabbin’ Wagon signs contract with health authority

The Medford nonprofit will provide a new, non-clinical mental health service even after clashing with local officials. The status of other contracts remains uncertain.

Nov 21, 2023

Last Chance to Register for Breakfast Forum on April 28

Our stellar panel of state legislators, policymakers, health industry representatives and consumer advocates takes a look at the rising costs of healthcare and potential solutions.

Apr 25, 2016

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With climate change a steady threat, OHA monitors summertime health hazards

A new dashboard provides real-time data from emergency departments on summer-related injuries and illnesses such as heat-related illness, near fatal drownings, wildfire smoke inhalation and air quality-related respiratory illness

Jun 22, 2023

House Passes Assessments for Hospitals and Nursing Facilities

May 15, 2013 — The House passed assessment taxes on hospitals and long-term care facilities by a wide 54-5 margin Tuesday, ensuring Oregon’s health and human service budgets will raise over a billion dollars from providers in coming years and leverage $1.4 billion from the federal government next biennium for Medicaid.

May 15, 2013

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