http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/category/8 Fri, 17 May 2013 18:33:00 GMT en-us Copyright 2013 Department of Health & Hospitals | State of Louisiana Fri, 17 May 2013 18:33:00 GMT http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/2821 Agenda and recorded video from Provider Meeting that took place at DHH Headquarters on May 15, 2013. Fri, 17 May 2013 18:33:00 GMT 8-2821 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/2811 DHH would like to recognize its nurses for the tremendous job they do each day in promoting public health and for the selfless care they provide during times of emergencies. This is National Nurses Week, May 6-12, set aside to honor all of America's 3.1 million registered nurses, including the more than 54,000 nurses in Louisiana. National Nurses Week is the time of year designated to recognize and celebrate these professionals and highlight the work they do every day to save lives and help people achieve better heath. Fri, 10 May 2013 22:28:00 GMT 8-2811 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/2798 Agenda and recorded video from Provider Meeting that took place at DHH Headquarters on April 15, 2013. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT 8-2798 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/2749 On November 29, 2012, the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals (DHH) issued a Request For Information (RFI) seeking creative, innovative and viable strategies that would assist Louisiana with restructuring the organization and delivery of Medicaid services to individuals receiving Medicaid-funded Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS). Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:27:00 GMT 8-2749 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/2727 Today, Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals Secretary Bruce D. Greenstein announced mid-year reductions at the agency that will save $51.8 million in State General Fund for Fiscal Year 2012-2013. These reductions have a total impact of $82.6 million for this Fiscal Year, when federal funds that would be used to match affected programs and services are considered. DHH’s reductions are part of the State’s overall mid-year reduction plan that addresses the budget shortfall in the current fiscal year. Fri, 14 Dec 2012 22:30:00 GMT 8-2727 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/2708 The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals (DHH) is seeking creative, innovative and viable strategies that will assist Louisiana with restructuring the organization and delivery of Medicaid services to individuals receiving Medicaid-funded Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS). Thu, 29 Nov 2012 16:49:00 GMT 8-2708 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/2630 Thu, 13 Sep 2012 19:18:00 GMT 8-2630 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/2485 DHH is offering special recognition to its nursing staff during National Nurses Week, May 6-12, a week set aside to honor all of America’s 3.1 million registered nurses, including the more than 54,000 nurses in Louisiana. Wed, 09 May 2012 17:39:00 GMT 8-2485 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/2476 Today, Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals Secretary Bruce D. Greenstein visited the state’s first daytime health care facility, which offers a new health care option to Louisiana’s medically fragile children and their families. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:30:00 GMT 8-2476 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/2304 Transition Checklist and Timeline for Medical Providers Caring for youth with special health care needs. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:24:00 GMT 8-2304 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/2303 Information for youth with special health care needs and disabilities. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:24:00 GMT 8-2303 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/1552 It is time we Spread the Word to End the Word™ and build awareness for society to stop and think about its’ use of the R-word. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 14:30:00 GMT 8-1552 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/2388 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:17:00 GMT 8-2388 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/2353 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:04:00 GMT 8-2353 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/1778 OCDD is excited to announce the launch of the Employment First Initiative, effective July 1, 2011 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 20:30:00 GMT 8-1778 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/1772 Fri, 27 May 2011 19:21:00 GMT 8-1772 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/1771 Fri, 27 May 2011 17:56:00 GMT 8-1771 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/1769 Fri, 27 May 2011 15:42:00 GMT 8-1769 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/1748 Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals Secretary Bruce D. Greenstein released the following statement today in response to action taken by the House Appropriations Committee. Wed, 18 May 2011 01:05:00 GMT 8-1748 http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/1529 OCDD Assistant Secretary Announces Resource Allocation Informational Meeting Schedule Mon, 21 Feb 2011 19:11:00 GMT 8-1529