North Carolina Health Commission Meeting
Key Updates
The North Carolina Health Commission recently convened to discuss major healthcare initiatives, funding, and regulatory updates affecting the state. NCMS staff attended this event to keep you informed and advocate for member voices. Find details from the meeting here:
New Appointment to the Commission
Michelle F. Jones, MD, a family physician and NCMS member, has been appointed to the commission, bringing her expertise in community health and patient care.
Bond Program & Healthcare Expansion
With $4.7 billion in outstanding debt from bond series, the commission discussed the impact of Medicaid expansion, which is expected to drive new hospital construction projects across the state.
Duke Health Project Proposal
Duke Health presented a proposal addressing hospital acquisitions and facility expansion, highlighting their $1.1 billion in charity care and $4.8 million in bad debt. The approved motion includes:
- Lake Norman Hospital Refinancing – 123-bed acute care hospital with 24 physicians
- Duke Health Cary Phase II Expansion – Emergency department, imaging, ambulatory surgery center, and infusion services
- Bond Premium – Approximately $460 million
- Regulatory & Licensing Updates
Several healthcare regulations were reviewed and approved for public comment, including:
- Nursing Pool Licensure
- Mammogram & Pap Smear Certification
- Healthcare Personnel Registry
- Hospital Transfers & Discharges
- Emergency Medical Services & Trauma Rules
- Ambulatory Surgical Facility Licensing
- Hospital Licensing Rules
*These updates will ensure healthcare facilities maintain high standards for safety, licensing, and patient care.
For more details, view the full agenda and packet here.