AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHospital Patient Experience: A new national ranking finds Wisconsin hospitals lead on patient experience (4.06/5), while Florida, New Jersey and New York land at the bottom, using CMS HCAHPS star ratings. Mental Health Access for Veterans: The VA is expanding suicide prevention care through telehealth, offering specialized therapy to Veterans after a suicide attempt via VA Video Connect—aimed at reducing rural travel barriers. Air Medical Training: Life Flight Network opened a new Clinical Center of Excellence in Idaho to train clinicians across its multi-state service area, reinforcing emergency transport capacity for rural communities. Workplace Health Coverage in Montana: A strike at Sibanye-Stillwater’s Montana operations began Sept. 3, with the union citing disputes over health benefits and incentives. Public Safety & Care After Violence: In Bozeman, police report a stabbing led to a SWAT standoff and an attempted homicide arrest; the victim is expected to survive. Wildlife & Staffing Pressures: Federal Fish and Wildlife staffing has dropped sharply, including a reported 40% decline in Montana, raising concerns about capacity for conservation and response.
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