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Articles by Lane Boyd
August 24, 2026
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Public Health Periphery
Without strong investment to treat, manage and prevent endemic and chronic conditions, the cost and impact eventually have a notable influence on operations and finances for hospitals and hospitalized patients. August 12, 2026
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THA Insurance Agency
WHAT WE DO Holistic Approach to Insurance Our approach is never one size fits all. Very much like healthcare professionals, at THA Insurance Agency our motto is “Specializing in You.” Our decades of experience in the healthcare risk management and insurance space have taught us to recognize and understand the dynamic nature of the healthcare industry today. Customized Coverage Your… July 27, 2026
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How Does “Free” Care Get Paid?
Texas hospitals provide billions in care without expecting payment in return. As more families struggle to afford healthcare, who keeps the safety net standing? May 12, 2026
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Behind the Headlines is THA’s weekly newsletter that connects the dots across the news and media cycle, delivering clear, concise insight into the stories shaping health care today. In your inbox every Monday: From cost and access to policy and patient care, Behind the Headlines breaks down what’s happening – and what it means for hospitals, communities and the future… April 29, 2026
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Health Insurance Burdens
Hospitals want to provide the best possible care and outcomes for patients – which includes not burdening them with medical bills they are unable to pay back. Yet too often, after receiving treatment, patients are left with hefty debt for care that health insurance refused to cover. This financial strain can place continued care out of reach for many Texans.… April 27, 2026
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Behind the Headlines
Behind the Headlines is a publication of the Texas Hospital Association designed to help readers make sense of the complex healthcare news and policy environment. It provides hospital-relevant news summaries, the impact of health policies in local communities and analysis of the key issues shaping care delivery in Texas. Contact: Carrie Williams, Chief Communications Officer, 512/465-1052 April 2, 2026
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Compass Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions Billing & Payment Support & Resources Have a question not found here? Click here to contact the Compass Program. April 1, 2026
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Compass Participant List
The strength in the THA Compass Data Program comes from its growing network of participating facilities across the state of Texas. By contributing quarterly inpatient, outpatient procedure, and ER discharge data, these facilities help create an accurate picture of healthcare utilization. Thank you to our participants listed below! The following facilities participate in the THA Compass Data Program, as of Aug.… April 1, 2026
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Contact the Compass Program
Contact a member of the Compass program team directly: FERNANDO MARTINEZ, PHDPresident, THA FoundationTHA Chief Strategy [email protected] ALEX HUFFVice President, Health IT [email protected] REBECCA BEATONDirector, Compass [email protected] EMMA RIVERAAdvisor, Compass Program [email protected] Or complete the form below to request more information: March 31, 2026
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