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Only 10 West Virginia counties offer ABA therapy as Medicaid limits access at many centers

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — West Virginia is facing a shortage of behavioral therapists. This brings an impact to families who have children with autism that need applied behavior analysis therapy. "A lot of the ABA centers, which are small West Virginia owned companies, their expansion is hindered because we...

West Virginia · 10-01
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West Virginia invests in AI voice recording technology for rural hospitals

WESTON, W.Va. (WBOY) — Governor Patrick Morrisey announced Wednesday that funding for a new AI technology is slated to reach rural West Virginia hospitals soon. During a press conference at Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial in Lewis County, Morrisey said the state is investing more than $1 million in AI-powered ambient listening technology, allocated across five rural West Virginia hospitals.

West Virginia · 09-30
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Fall fire bans begin across the tri-state this week

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — Whether you live in Ohio, Kentucky or West Virginia, fall fire bans go into effect starting October 1st and will restrict legal burn times. Depending on which state you call home, burn times and duration change slightly. West Virginia Fall Burn Ban: West Virginia allows burning under normal circumstances from 5 […]

Ohio · 09-29

WBOY 12 News

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Mon Harrison Neighborhood Hospital in Bridgeport now officially accepting patients

The Mon Harrison Neighborhood Hospital in Bridgeport is officially accepting patients as of early Tuesday morning.

Bridgeport, WV · 09-29

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Mountaineer Autism Project calls for increased ABA access for Mountain State children

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — North Central West Virginia healthcare professionals have called for an increase in financial support for children with autism through the state’s Medicaid program. Independent pediatric healthcare professionals from both Marion and Monongalia Counties took part in a telepresser for the Mountaineer Autism Project (MAP) on...

Marion County, WV · 09-30

Franklin County Free Press

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Meritus Internal Medicine Physician Training Program Receives Full Accreditation, Begins Recruiting

Following its newly awarded national accreditation, Meritus Health is pleased to announce that it is launching an Internal Medicine Residency Program. The new program will begin recruiting its inaugural class of physician residents in late October and formally start operations in July 2027. This is the fourth graduate medical education...

Pennsylvania · 09-30

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Mountaineer Autism Project aims to expand autism resources in WV

WEST VIRGINIA (WVNS) – Organizers have called on West Virginia lawmakers to address barriers to care for children with autism. Members of the Mountaineer Autism Project said the state is severely lacking in Applied Behavior Analysis providers and that resources available to families navigating autism are also extremely limited. With thousands of West Virginia kids […]

West Virginia · 09-30

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Children with autism struggling to access therapy; advocates call on WV leaders to address Medicaid

Advocates in West Virginia are urging state officials to address a shortage of behavioral therapists for children with autism due to the state's low Medicaid reimbursement rates. Advocates for West Virginia children with autism are calling on state officials to address a significant shortage of behavioral therapists who provide services.

West Virginia · 09-29

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West Virginia hospital faces class-action lawsuit over data breach

TAYLOR COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) — Two healthcare institutions in West Virginia are facing a class-action lawsuit after a data breach. According to a criminal complaint filed on Sept. 17 in the Circuit Court of Taylor County, the plaintiff, representing herself both individually and on behalf of other Class members, had their sensitive information stolen and exposed in a data breach that affected the defendants, Monongalia Health System, Inc. and its affiliate Grafton City Hospital, Inc. (GCH).

Taylor County, WV · 09-22

West Virginia Watch

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Children with autism struggling to access therapy; advocates call on WV leaders to address Medicaid

Advocates for West Virginia children with autism are calling on state officials to address a significant shortage of workers who provide therapy for these kids.

West Virginia · 09-29

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West Virginia Pays $9.90 for ABA’s Highest-Volume Medicaid Code, Currently the Lowest Rate in the Country. Its Behavior Analyst Workforce Ranks Among the Nation’s Thinnest.

The state with the highest share of residents on Medicaid has 186 behavior analysts, and no published review of the rate providers say is driving them out. The workforce numbers track the rate. At $9.90 per 15-minute unit, West Virginia pays less for code 97153 than any other state, roughly a third below the national median of about $15.

West Virginia · 09-25

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Rural Health: Addressing nursing shortage is vital

Among the projects under West Virginia's Rural Health Transformation Program is Mountain State Care Force, which is meant to address the shortage of healthcare workers in many of our communities. This week, the initiative awarded $201,403 to the WVU Medicine Center for Nursing Education, where it is expected to increase...

West Virginia · 09-26

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Rural health push aims to cut hospital trips with prevention-first care in W.Va.

WHEELING, W.Va. — West Virginia is getting a new infusion of federal money aimed at improving health care access and outcomes in rural communities, as state leaders push a Rural Health Transformation Program they say will focus more on prevention and early intervention. During a recent tour of the...

West Virginia · 09-24

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Governor Morrisey Announces Award to Expand Nursing Education and Strengthen West Virginia’s Healthcare Workforce

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (The Hinton News) - Governor Patrick Morrisey announced a $291,403 award to the WVU Medicine Center for Nursing Education to expand nursing education capacity and help address critical nursing shortages across West Virginia. The award is being made through Mountain State Care Force, one of seven statewide initiatives under West Virginia’s Rural Health Transformation Program. “A strong healthcare system starts with having the people in place to care for patients,” Governor Morrisey said. “This investment will help put more nurses in our hospitals and communities so West Virginians can get the care they need, improve their health, and get back to work. That is how we improve healthcare outcomes while building a healthier, stronger workforce across our state.” The WVU Health System currently reports approximately 1,000 nursing vacancies across its network. The new investment will help address that shortage by expanding enrollment at the WVU Medicine Center for Nursing Education and establishing new instructional sites in Wheeling and Berkeley County. The expansion is expected to create capacity for approximately 100 additional nursing students each year and increase access to nursing education for students from rural and Health Professional Shortage Area communities, including Hancock, Ohio, Marshall, Tyler, and Wetzel

West Virginia · 09-22

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Scott Harris is UHC September 2026 iCARE Recipient

WVU Medicine United Hospital Center(UHC) is excited to announce that this month’s iCARE Award was presented to Scott Harris, RN, Float Pool, for being recognized by patients/families for exceeding expectations and motivating others to emulate his following attributes:. C=Connect with Patients. A=Anticipate Needs. R=Respond with Kindness. E=Exceed expectations. Scott...

Morgantown, WV · 09-24

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Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center honors volunteers at 72nd annual ceremony

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - The Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center held its 72nd annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony Wednesday, continuing a yearly tradition celebrating the time and dedication of its volunteers. The ceremony brought veterans, volunteers and staff together at 4T Arena to celebrate community members who have taken time...

Bridgeport, WV · 09-23

WBOY 12 News

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Vandalia Health Mon Harrison Neighborhood Hospital cuts the ribbon in Bridgeport

Harrison County has a new healthcare facility.

Bridgeport, WV · 09-22

West Virginia Watch

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West Virginians don’t need to be taught the value of work

West Virginians know what it means to get up early, drive a long way to a job, work a second shift, care for a child or aging parent, go to school, volunteer in their community or keep working when they don't feel their best because the bills still have to be paid.

West Virginia · 09-24

WBOY 12 News

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WVU Medicine Black & White Gala raises funds for pediatric care, cancer complex

All proceeds from the gala directly benefit the Medical Park Foundation and its mission of supporting healthcare initiatives throughout the region.

Wheeling, WV · 09-21

West Virginia Watch

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WV to allocate nearly $300,000 in Rural Health Transformation funds to expand nursing workforce

The state of West Virginia will contribute $291,403 of its federal Rural Health Transformation funds to the WVU Medicine Center for Nursing Education to help expand the capacity of nursing education and address nursing shortages across the state, Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced Monday.

West Virginia · 09-21