Wide Range of resources on complex issues

We offer a wide range of resources on complex issues that impact all people with chronic conditions. Resources include member-specific services, frequent meetings and events, publications, and comments on rules and legislation.

NHC Comments on CMS Payment Rules

10/26/2020

By Maddie Mason, Senior Associate, Policy  The National Health Council (NHC) submitted two sets of comments to the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) earlier this

The NHC Center of Educational Excellence Provides Online Learning Opportunities

10/22/2020

By Deasia Lamar, Communications Intern The health care ecosystem is broad and can often be daunting for patients who want to actively engage in it. Understanding research, policy, medical-product development, quality of care, and the value of treatments

100th Annual Membership Meeting

10/16/2020

This premier annual event for NHC member organizations and businesses brings together staff from all levels to receive an update on this year’s NHC accomplishments and plans for 2021.

Health Education as a Catalyst for Change: National Health Education Week

10/16/2020

By Theo Smith, Associate, Marketing & Communications  Since 1995, the third week of October has been designated as National Health Education Week. The Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE) and the

Getting to Know: Bob Scott, Associate Director, Membership & Operations

10/14/2020

Getting to know Bob Scott, Associate Director, Membership & Operations Following is a Q&A to get to know Bob Scott, Associate Director, Membership & Operations who began

Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment Comment Letter

10/08/2020

The National Health Council (NHC) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) request for comments on the

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Medicare Physician Fee Schedule

10/08/2020

CMS-1734-P:  CY 2021 Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment Policies; Medicare Shared Savings Program Requirements; Medicaid Promoting

The ACA and the Importance of Protecting People with Pre-Existing Conditions

10/08/2020

By Maddie Mason, Senior Associate, Policy Prior to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) people with pre-existing conditions were often denied health insurance, dropped from their coverage, or charged

Getting to Know: Deasia Lamar, Communications Intern

10/05/2020

Getting to Know: Deasia Lamar, Communications Intern Following is a Q&A to get to know Deasia Lamar, Communications Intern, who began working at the National