Important updates on COVID-19
  • ALERT: Application window for FCC funds for telehealth opening any day; applications to be funded on a rolling basis While the FCC is not yet accepting applications, they have announced the general terms of the program and what information applicants must submit. For document click here.

  • NACHC released a Reduced Workflows and Staffing Guidance for Non-Clinical Operations. Utilize this guide to navigate to the best practices and protocols for staffing, working remotely and hours of operation.

  • Dept. of Labor has determined that health centers have the right to deny FFCRA Emergency Leave (both Paid Sick Leave and Family Leave) to ALL health center employees. For more information click here.

  • Webinar Alert: HCAN and Capital Link present: “Capital Link: Financial Resources Overview for Health Centers”, Friday, April 10th at 11:00am Central. Jonathan Chapman will provide an overview of the financial protection opportunities available to health centers as you respond to the COVID-19 global emergency. To register click here.
340B and COVID-19
On April 7th, Dr. Judy Lapinski, Principal of JL Healthcare Solutions, LLC, developed a summary identifying how COVID-19 is impacting 340B entities. The document may be found here .

For additional information, please monitor the HRSA 340B COVID-19 site found here .
Templates and Resources
For a full list of COVID-19 resources provided to you by HCAN, please visit the Sharefile link that is updated with the latest information.

HCAN staff
Please know HCAN remains available by phone or email, to support any technical assistance needs that arise. Requests may be streamlined to the following staff during this time:
 
Amy Behnke, CEO: legislative, policy support ( [email protected] )
Jenna Thomsen, Director of Training & TA: non-clinical support ( [email protected] )
Alex Bakke, Director of Clinical Quality: clinical support ( [email protected] ) 
Keshia Bradford, Director of Strategic Initiatives: workforce, emergency preparedness support ( [email protected] )
Angela Lindstrom, Integrated Marketing Director: communication support ( [email protected] )
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