Governor Ricketts announces end of Nebraska’s coronavirus state of emergency effective June 30
The Governor issued Executive Order No. 21-09 to rescind pandemic-related executive orders. The coronavirus executive orders will expire on July 30, 2021, which is thirty days after the state of emergency ends. https://governor.nebraska.gov/press/gov-ricketts-ends-coronavirus-state-emergency
The NHA was able to coordinate with the governor to have Executive Order No. 20-12 remain in effect until August 27, 2021, which will then allow LB400 and LB487 to become effective on August 28, 2021.
Gov. Ricketts also announced that Test Nebraska will conclude operations by the end of July. The last day specimens will be collected through Test Nebraska sites will be July 18.
Lastly, the Department of Health and Human Services will end its coronavirus dashboard on June 30, 2021. Any needed future updates regarding coronavirus will be provided in news releases and through other communication channels.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information for Health Care Professionals
Governor Proclaims Healthcare Workers Day - March 31, 2021
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DHHS releases COVID-19 Vaccination Plan
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services released its COVID-19 Vaccination Plan on October 16. This 36-page document details vaccination preparedness and administration for Nebraska. Download/view the complete plan
COVID-19 Vaccine Phase 1A Allocation Recommendations (12/14/20)
Details Related to FDA’s Emergency Use Authorization of Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine (12/12/20)
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COVID-19 and LTC: Acute to Post-Acute Transfers
Download/view slides from ICAP webinar (December 10, 2020)
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Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) publishes COVID-19 Surge Assessment Tool
The ability for hospitals to safely provide care to all patients during the COVID-19 pandemic is critical for the health and well-being of both patients and hospital staff. The purpose of this assessment tool is for hospitals to identify current organizational capabilities and gaps to improve their preparedness and response for another surge of COVID-19 patients. Download/view the assessment tool.
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Letter from NHA to HHS regarding the availability of multiplex testing for COVID-19
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The Nebraska Hospital Association is working closely with Nebraska DHHS, the CDC, CMS, AHA and other federal, state and local partners to respond to this challenge and to make sure hospitals and health systems have the most up-to-date information and resources.
UPDATED Post-Acute Transfer Form (12/20)
Waivers
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have issued a broad package of blanket regulatory waivers, as permitted under Section 1135 and other provisions of the Social Security Act, applicable to certain providers. In addition, Nebraska's 1135 Waiver request has been approved. These waivers are effective retroactively to March 1, 2020.
CMS Blanket Waiver (updated 4/10/20)
Summary
Nebraska’s Approved Waiver Request
Waiver | FAQs
For questions, please contact Mike Feagler (mfeagler@nebraskahospitals.org) or Andy Hale (ahale@nebraskahospitals.org)
Governor Ricketts Executive Orders
Executive Order 20-10 Healthcare Practitioners
Executive Order 20-12 Healthcare Facilities
Telehealth
Recurring Webinars and Conference Calls
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Governor Press Briefings
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NHA Weekly Member Call Meeting ID: 923 6362 1898 Dial by your location ________________________ COVID-19 Bi-Weekly Webinars for Infection Prevention Updates for Acute Care and Outpatient Settings Join with this link: Webinar slides and recordings can be found here:
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Department of Homeland Security/FEMA Conference Calls Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays (until further notice) The conference line will open 10 minutes prior to the call. Business and Infrastructure partners are also invited to access the FEMA NBEOC dashboard via this link Please contact the CISA Integrated Operations Coordination Center (CIOCC) watch if you have any questions. |
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Information and Resources
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