
What We're Reading: Conscience Protection Rule Delay; Missouri Abortion Clinic; Oklahoma Opioid Settlement
HHS will delay the implementation of its conscience protection rule to at least November 22; Missouri's only abortion clinic can continue to provide the service through August; CMS is seeking part of Oklahma's $270 million settlement with Purdue Pharma.
HHS Delays Provider Conscience Protection Rule
The Trump administration has agreed to delay the implementation of its conscience protection rule that would allow healthcare workers to refuse to provide certain services if the service violates their religious or moral beliefs. According to
Missouri Abortion Clinic to Remain Open
Missouri’s only abortion clinic will be able to continue providing abortions through at least August following a ruling from the Administrative Hearing Commission, which said there’s a likelihood the clinic will win the dispute. Last week, the state health department refused to renew the clinic’s license, but a judge issued a court order that allowed the clinic to continue the service through Friday.
CMS Wants Part of Oklahoma’s Deal With Purdue Pharma
Following Oklahoma’s settlement with Purdue Pharma, CMS sent a letter to the director of the Oklahoma Medicaid program arguing that the federal government is entitled to a portion of the $270 million, according to the
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