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To help the public manage the COVID-19 response effort, Premier provides weekly updates on the most relevant changes that could affect healthcare providers.
COVID-19 Response
In response to the COVID-19 Coronavirus, Premier has activated our business continuity and disaster preparedness protocols. We are committed to meeting the needs of our members and the patients they serve at all times. For more information, please visit:
March 27, 2020
Premier Applauds Third Bipartisan Congressional COVID-19 Emergency Stimulus Package
The bill provides a critical infusion of funding for the healthcare system to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.
March 27, 2020
What We’re Watching: March 27, 2020
We published results from a member survey of PPE levels to gauge the impact of COVID-19.
March 26, 2020
Premier Urges CMS to Immediately Begin Making Periodic Interim Payments
Providers are facing severe financial difficulties as they are provide care for those infected with COVID-19 and for those with other conditions.
March 26, 2020
US Hospitals Rush to Find Beds for Surge of Virus Patients
The Associated Press | According to our recent survey, equipment continues to be a challenge for providers during the COVID-19 outbreak.
March 26, 2020
Four Ways to Help Prevent Physician, Staff Burnout During COVID-19
With staff shortages likely to occur over the next few months, keeping staff healthy in mind and body should be of the upmost importance.
March 25, 2020
Clinical Trials Begin for Drugs That Might Help Treat Symptoms
Nexstar Media Wire | Premier's Soumi Saha says mass producing more of these drugs won’t be easy, especially when the active pharmaceutical ingredients come from overseas.
March 25, 2020
Premier Surveys Hospitals’ Supply Levels in March
Approximately 97% of hospitals have implemented at least one conservation protocol for PPE, per our latest survey.
March 25, 2020
How the World’s Richest Country Ran Out of a 75-Cent Face Mask
The New York Times | Premier's Michael Alkire explains why there is a shortage on products like face masks.
March 25, 2020
Hospital Suppliers Take To The Skies To Combat Dire Shortages Of COVID-19 Gear
Kaiser Health News | Premier's Soumi Saha said the national stockpile is intended to be a band-aid, not a long-term solution for sourcing medical supplies.
March 25, 2020
Premier CEO on Medical Supply Shortage Hospitals are Facing
CNBC | Susan DeVore discusses Premier's new survey on medical supply shortages.
March 23, 2020
As Trump Touts an Unproven Coronavirus Treatment, Supplies Evaporate for Patients
The Washington Post | Premier's Soumi Saha explains the spike in demand for two antimalarial drugs now on backorder.
March 21, 2020
U.S. Hospitals Panic-Buy Drugs Ahead of Coronavirus Influx
The Financial Times | Premier's Soumi Saha says hospitals need treatment guidelines or protocols from the CDC, or they will rush to buy every time small studies are released.
