Letters

Throughout the year, the AHA comments on a vast number of proposed and interim final rules put forth by the federal regulatory agencies. In addition, AHA communicates with federal legislators to convey the hospital field's position on potential legislative changes that would impact patients and patient care. Below are the most recent letters from the AHA to these bodies.

Latest

AHA letter to Representatives Susan Brooks and Anna Eshoo expressing support the updated provision in H.R. 3299, the Strengthening Public Health Emergency Response Act of 2015.
AHA comments on the FDA study on market claims in direct-to-consumer prescription drug print advertising.
AHA letter to the Department of Health and Human Services regarding medication-assisted treatment for opiod user disorders.
AHA letter to the FTC regarding clinical integration
AHA letter expressing support for H.R. 5273, the Helping Hospitals Improve Patient Care Act of 2016.
AHA letter to Senator Cardin endorsing his resolution promoting minority health awareness and supporting the goals and ideals of National Minority Health Month in April 2016.
AHA comments on CMS' request for information on Concepts for Regional Multi-Payer Prospective Budgets.