Healthcare is among the most highly regulated industries in Connecticut and across the nation. Numerous regulatory agencies, at both the state and federal levels, conduct oversight of hospital operations — from the building and structure of the facilities, to the licensing or certification of hospital staff, to the quality of patient care, to reimbursement requirements.

Connecticut hospitals must comply with complex regulations at the local, state, and federal levels. These rules, while well-intentioned, are often duplicative, confusing, and costly to implement — creating administrative burdens and additional paperwork that pull vital healthcare resources away from direct patient care.

As part of its advocacy role, CHA is ensuring that new and existing regulations are necessary, rational, and contribute to a more effective and efficient hospital and healthcare system.