American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA)

AANA has issued a statement following Medical Mutual's change in reimbursement policy, the latest insurance provider to limit anesthesia reimbursement. Read more: https://bit.ly/3VNDMnK

Bridget Petrillo, MS, APRN, CRNA, shares her journey to sobriety, emphasizing the significance of AANA Wellness resources and peer support in her recovery. Her experience serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of seeking help and the comprehensive support systems available within our profession. The AANA Helpline provides confidential assistance 24/7 at 800-654-5167. Bridget's story: https://lnkd.in/ds4aMibS

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🚀 ICYMI: Rethinking Technology Implementation at the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) 🚀 Hear Nathan Chamberlain share on The A100 Podcast how AANA redefined its approach to technology by focusing on people, processes and culture, not just the tools. Discover the strategic steps taken to align new technology with real member needs and organizational capabilities. 🎧 Listen now for insights on integrating tech solutions that truly fit your association’s goals: Spotify: https://loom.ly/p_fLHKk Apple Podcasts: https://loom.ly/8QAR1wA YouTube Podcasts: https://loom.ly/lUM4BkU Our Website: https://loom.ly/JzV48Ms #A100Podcast #TechStrategy #AssociationInnovation

Congratulations to our Director of Federal Government Affairs Matthew Thackston for making The Hill's 2024 Top Lobbyists list! 👏 This is the third year Matt has earned a spot on the list! Check out the best in the business: https://lnkd.in/gAnCnzk3

Happy to announce that a step back in the right direction for patients was taken in response. The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) continues efforts to ensure commercial payors to do the right thing when it comes to discriminatory policies and instead prioritize and support patient care.

The Infection Control Advisory Panel and the Practice Committee are diligently working on updates and want your input! Share your feedback by December 18. Contribute now: https://bit.ly/3r74Hyp

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Discriminatory Anesthesia Reimbursement Policy Dropped After AANA Action The abrupt policy reversal comes two days after AANA President Jan Setnor, MSN, CRNA, Col. (Ret), USAFR, NC. released a statement condemning the policy. While this is a step in the right direction, we continue to call on Kaiser and other commercial payors to abandon their discriminatory and dangerous practices and instead prioritize the expansion and support of patient care. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gE23virV