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Hawaiʻi Medical Service Association celebrates 85th anniversary; now serves 780,000 members
The Hawaiʻi Medical Service Association has been providing access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for its members in Hawaiʻi since it was founded by social workers in 1938.
Hawaiʻi Dental Service names first female dental director in 61 years
Hawaiʻi Dental Service has appointed Dr. Heera Chang as dental director, making her the first woman to hold the position in the company’s 61-year history.
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez joins coalition to protect abortion access
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez joined a coalition of 24 attorneys generals who filed an amicus brief challenging a Texas district court judge’s decision that could restrict medication abortion access nationwide.
Kaiser Announces New, Free Dental Benefits For Seniors
This addition comes at no extra cost to the members and will be effective Jan. 1, 2021.
Hawaiʻi Health Systems Supported by Out-of-State Workers Through Christmas
In total, more than 170 medical employees are in Hawaiʻi now through Dec. 26, 2020.
Kaiser Permanente Offers Free Coronavirus Treatment Through May
It will apply for all dates of service (admissions) from April 1 through May 31, 2020, unless superseded by government action or extended by Kaiser Permanente.
Ahead of the Curve?
Hawai‘i can now test up to 1,500 people per day, which is the third-highest rate in the nation.
Nurse Believes Big Island Hospital’s Policies Could Spread COVID-19
“The risk cannot be quantified,” Hilo Medical Center said. “There are no studies on prolonged use of PPE.”
HI Delegation Says Fed Healthcare Policy Hurts State
Hawaii’s Congressional delegation says proposed federal health care rules will drive further provider shortages.
Kaiser Health Plans Earn Highest State Rating
The National Committee for Quality Assurance has rated Kaiser Permanente’s health plans the highest in the state of Hawai‘i.
Bay Clinic Names Alameda New CEO
The Bay Clinic Board of Directors has appointed Dr. C. Kimo Alameda to serve as its Chief Executive Officer.
New Specialty Pharmacy Opens in Hawai‘i
A specialty pharmacy that serves people who take medications for complex and rare conditions has opened a new, full-service pharmacy for residents of Hawai‘i.
REPORT: Hawai‘i is 2018’s Healthiest State
Obesity has reached an all-time high in the U.S., affecting more than 30% of adults.
Hawai‘i Health Systems Corporation Names New Chief Financial Officer
The East Hawai‘i Region of Hawai‘i Health Systems Corporation has named Joni Waltjen as the new Chief Financial Officer.
Hawai‘i Doubles Number of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses
State forecasts project that by the year 2030, one in four Hawai‘i residents will be age 65 or older.
Legislation Introduced to Create Public Healthcare Option
Nearly 30 million people remain uninsured. This legislation will help workers who do not have employer-sponsored coverage…
2018 Hawai‘i ACA Individual Rates Released
The Insurance Division’s approval of rates was made pursuant to the statutory requirement that rates cannot be excessive, inadequate or unfairly discriminatory. All submitted data regarding the rates is closely reviewed by rate and policy analysts and actuaries.
LETTER: HMSA and Primary Care Physicians
A good Primary Care Provider is an invaluable asset to your health. Yet somewhere along the way, that value has come into question.
