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Articles by Texas Hospital Association

July 11, 2023
4 min read

5 Ways Payment Automation Helps Rural Hospitals Succeed

Rural hospitals are grappling with financial burdens exacerbated by the pandemic. Leveraging Paymerang's Payment Automation helps rural hospitals alleviate financial stressors and keep doors open for patients in these communities.
June 20, 2023
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Why Physician Ownership Matters

Clinical staffing groups owned by physicians keep control and incentive where they belong—with the clinicians who care for patients.
April 4, 2023
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Savings Plan Deferrals or Paying Down Personal Debt

A debate has emerged over the past several years, thanks in no small part to the national discussion about the growing student loan crisis. Should you contribute to your employer’s retirement plan or work to pay down your debt obligations? This has been, and still is, a very personal decision.
March 30, 2023
1 min read

The Scope

The Scope is the blog of the Texas Hospital Association. From articles about innovative products and services to in-depth pieces on current issues and trends, The Scope provides relevant insights that health care executives can use in supporting their hospitals.
January 11, 2023
3 min read

THA White Papers & Reports

From tracking state legislation to lobbying on Capitol Hill, THA researches, analyzes and advocates for strong health care policies and laws that ensure Texas hospitals have the resources and environments they need to provide the best care possible.
Texas Hospital Association
May 20, 2022
1 min read

Hospital Laws And Rules

ContactTHA Legal Team, 512/465-1000
Texas Hospital Association
April 4, 2022
1 min read

Directory of Texas Hospitals

The Directory of Texas Hospitals lists all hospitals and health care systems licensed in Texas. It includes both members and non-members of the Texas Hospital Association.
Texas Hospital Association
April 4, 2022
3 min read

Technology Services

In 2016, THA took on the role of champion for Texas hospitals in the technology space, becoming a reliable, unbiased source for experts, information and solutions to serve hospital leaders across Texas. THA’s technology programs are led by Fernando Martinez, Ph.D., a veteran healthcare executive and award-winning technologist who has worked with some of the largest health care systems in…
Texas Hospital Association
April 4, 2022
1 min read

Communications Professional

THA continually provides comprehensive communications resources to help members, lawmakers and the press better understand the top issues impacting Texas hospitals. From social media toolkits to whitepapers, THA has a suite of resources to help communications professionals highlight their hospitals and elevate their needs externally. Communications professionals within member hospitals can access THA’s Health Care Advocate, a weekly e-newsletter detailing…
Texas Hospital Association
April 4, 2022
2 min read

Trauma

Whether from car crashes, falls, assaults or accidents, traumatic injuries can take many forms and happen anywhere. When traumatic injuries occur, a quick and professional response can mean the difference between life and death. Texas trauma hospitals have advocated for a dedicated state fund to ensure every Texan has access to lifesaving trauma care. During the 2019 legislative session, Texas hospitals…