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Authored by: Lydia Kotowski, JD, MHA (March 20, 2025) Update (March 21, 2025): After this publication of this blog and recording of this webinar, the DEA filed a second delay with the Federal Register. The final rule for prescribing buprenorphine via telehealth to treat Opioid Use Disorder will now go into effect on Dec. 31,Read more

Keeping up with AI in California: Federal and State Executive Branch Authored By: Rebekah Glick (March 18, 2025) In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, California is at the forefront of AI.  In this blog series, we’ll dive into the latest AI polices and guidance and explore what these changes mean for healthcare providers, tech innovators,Read more

March 14, 2025. What is happening with Medicare telehealth flexibilities?  There is another extension of telehealth flexibilities.     Congress has sent President Trump legislation that will extend flexibilities for another six months.  Please see extensions below. FlexibilityCMS CY 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Final Rule (Link)Congress American Relief Act 2025 (Link)CMS OGC Telehealth FAQ CalendarRead more

Keeping up with AI in California: 2025 Bills Authored By: Rebekah Glick (March 13, 2025) In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, California is at the forefront of health care AI. In today’s post, we’ll focus on bills that have been introduced in the current 2025-2026 California legislative session. Please note that these bills have beenRead more

The Health Care AI Blog: What to Expect in this Series  Authored by: Sylvia Trujillo  The adoption of artificial intelligence systems and tools (AI) is rapidly advancing in healthcare, offering new ways to enhance clinical decision-making, improve diagnostics, and optimize healthcare operations. However, AI systems are complex and often misunderstood. The regulatory environment increases theRead more

Authored By: Lydia Kotowski and ChatGPT 4 As the healthcare landscape evolves, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative tool with the potential to improve patient outcomes, enhance operational efficiency, and support financial sustainability. Recently, we had the opportunity to review insights from the Health AI Partnership webinar, hosted by Duke AI Health andRead more

Authored By: Sylvia Trujillo, CTRC Executive Director Our State continues to see an unprecedented surge in natural disasters, from devastating wildfires in Los Angeles to extreme heat in the Central Valley to earthquakes. These catastrophic events don’t just leave physical destruction in their wake – they create a growing mental health crisis that our traditionalRead more

California, known for its diverse geography and vibrant communities, faces a significant challenge in healthcare: access to specialty care. From the bustling urban centers of Los Angeles and San Francisco to the remote, rural regions of the Central Valley and the Sierra Nevada, patients across the state experience disparities in accessing specialists for conditions requiringRead more

Authored by Sylvia Trujillo The American Relief Act of 2025: Keeping Telehealth Medicare Coverage and other Flexibilities on the Table — for Now Over the weekend, the President signed the American Relief Act of 2025, a significant piece of legislation aimed at continuing essential healthcare programs and extending telehealth flexibilities for Medicare beneficiaries through MarchRead more

Authored By: Crystal Baker, MPH Student Crystal is an MPH student at Youngstown State University. She has experience working with various non-profit organizations, focusing on community health, advocacy, and program coordination. Her work often involves addressing social determinants of health and fostering collaboration to support health equity and access. As part of her capstone withRead more