AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMedicaid Deadline Pressure: Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek and other governors asked HHS to delay new Medicaid reporting and eligibility rules, warning states have less than 100 days to rebuild systems and ensure lawful coverage. Respiratory Season Guidance: Oregon health officials say flu activity is rising and measles cases have surged, urging vaccinations and basic precautions like staying home when sick and improving ventilation. Food Safety Alert: FDA reports more patients in a multistate E. coli and Salmonella outbreak tied to alfalfa sprouts from Everything Sprouts LLC, with Oregon among affected states. Local Health & Wellness: Coos County is weighing a kratom ban in unincorporated areas and tighter rules on nitrous oxide sales amid concerns about high-potency kratom products. Care Access & Workforce: Oregon’s respiratory virus season coverage also highlights ongoing vaccination efforts, while a separate Oregon piece explains dry needling rules being developed for physical therapists. Aging & Coverage Market Moves: SCAN unveiled its 2027 Medicare Advantage benefit portfolio, expanding partnerships and geographic reach. Long-Term Care Expansion: Ensign Group announced new skilled nursing acquisitions in Washington, Colorado, and Florida, expanding its Pacific Northwest footprint. Public Health in the Community: A Portland neighborhood nonprofit lunch program continues serving older adults with meals and basic health checks.
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