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| 28.10.2024 | Congressman Jack Bergman Visits Med Claims Compliance in Austin for Exclusive Demonstration of AI-Enabled Healthcare Technology | Congressman Visits Med Claims ComplianceLeft to right:Congressman Jack Bergman (R-MI), U.S. Representative for Michigan’s 1st District and John Bright, Founder and CEO of Med Claims Compliance
Med Claims Compliance Corporation (MCC) in Aust... |
| 25.10.2024 | Protect Yourself, Your Family and Your Future During Open Enrollment | Health insurance is the gateway to access health services that can ensure healthier individuals, healthier families and healthier communities.
No one plans to get sick or hurt, but most people need medical care at some point. Comprehensive ... |
| 24.10.2024 | Health | PERA health insurance premiums to skyrocket next year for many retired Colorado state employees | UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plan with lower out-of-pocket costs: $349, from $152 per month this year. With the maximum subsidy, the cost will be $234 per month, up from $37.
UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plan with higher out-o... |
| 24.10.2024 | Health | Medicare drug plans are getting better next year. Some will also cost more | The annual enrollment period for Medicare beneficiaries to renew or switch drug coverage or to choose a Medicare Advantage plan began Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7. Medicare Advantage is the commercial alternative to traditional governmen... |
| 21.10.2024 | Department on Aging Offers Free Help to Make Medicare Open Enrollment Decisions | ILLINOIS, October 21 - SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is encouraging everyone with Medicare to check if their plan still meets their needs and budget during this year's Open Enrollment Period, which began on Oct... |
| 16.10.2024 | Health | Costly mistakes to avoid when choosing a Medicare Advantage plan | 3. Don’t base your plan choice on the premium alone.
It is easy to focus only on premiums when examining Medicare costs, but it’s also a good idea to consider the big picture. A plan could have a low monthly premium but charge a medical or ... |
| 15.10.2024 | National Politics | Walz to unveil Harris’ plan for rural voters as campaign looks to cut into Trump’s edge | The Harris-Walz plan calls on Congress to permanently extend telemedicine coverage under Medicare, a pandemic-era benefit that helped millions access care that is set to expire at the end of 2024. They are also calling for grants to support... |
| 10.10.2024 | The Health Care Tightrope: Immigration Status and Medicare Advantage | In the vast landscape of American health care, two significant issues are unfolding: the treatment of immigrants in hospitals and the growing influence of Medicare Advantage plans. Both topics reveal a complex interplay of policy, economics... |
| 10.10.2024 | Health | Need to go to the hospital? Texas and Florida want to know your immigration status | “Texans should not have to shoulder the burden of financially supporting medical care for illegal immigrants,” Abbott said in issuing the order.
Data from Texas isn’t available yet. In Florida, however, a March report by the state Agency fo... |
| 08.10.2024 | Bridging the Gap: The Crucial Role of Pharmacogenomics in Mental Health Treatment | In the realm of mental health, the quest for effective treatment often resembles a game of chance. Patients shuffle through a deck of medications, hoping to find the right fit. The stakes are high. Lives hang in the balance. Yet, a powerful... |
| 08.10.2024 | Health | The Medicare Advantage influence machine | David Lipschutz, an attorney with the Center for Medicare Advocacy, a nonprofit public interest law firm, said policymakers have an unsettling history of yielding to industry pressure. “The health plans throw a temper tantrum and then CMS w... |
| 08.10.2024 | Pharmacogenomic Testing in Mental Health: The Need for a Broader Approach | Kristine Ashcraft, President and Founder of YouScript (an Aranscia company)
What if we advised people to wear seatbelts only on certain days or when driving on specific highways? Clearly, this would result in real and avoidable harm. Unfort... |
| 03.10.2024 | Navigating Medicare: A Lifeline for Seniors in 2025 | Medicare is a lifeline for millions of Americans. As we approach 2025, understanding its intricacies is crucial. This program, like a safety net, catches those who have spent decades contributing to their health care. It’s a complex web, bu... |
| 02.10.2024 | National Politics | Vance-Walz debate highlighted clear health policy differences | Related Articles
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| 02.10.2024 | Health | Medicare changes for 2025: What you need to know | Part A, hospital insurance
Part A covers hospital stays, skilled nursing facility stays, hospice care and some home health care services. Anyone who worked and paid Medicare taxes for at least 10 years won’t pay a premium for Part A. If you... |
| 21.09.2024 | Commentary | Opinion: Christopher D. Cook and Teresa Ghilarducci: Why aren’t we talking about America’s retirement crisis? | Working with Congress, a Gray New Deal Commission could help strengthen and expand Social Security by increasing its revenues through targeted taxes and investments; expand Medicare by lowering the eligibility age to 50 or 60 and making it ... |
| 14.09.2024 | Ready for Open Enrollment? 4 Tips for Choosing the Right Medicare Plan | (StatePoint) With so many Medicare options available, selecting a plan can seem daunting. This year you may be wondering how news of Medicare drug price negotiations, economic uncertainties and other factors may impact your coverage in 2025... |
| 12.09.2024 | New Report: U.S. Rates of Obesity Among Adults at Epidemic Levels | Obesity Rates are Predominantly Highest in Communities Experiencing Barriers to Healthy Eating and Those with Few Opportunities for Physical Activity
WASHINGTON, Sept. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Obesity rates for U.S. adults were at or higher... |
| 02.09.2024 | TMS Health and Wellness Expands Access to Revolutionary TMS Therapy for Teens and Adults | Aetna and Medi-Cal now cover TMS therapy for teens 15 years and older, offering accessible, non-drug treatments for anxiety and depression.
COSTA MESA, Calif., Sept. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TMS Health and Wellness, a premier center fo... |
| 24.08.2024 | Health | ‘Scared to death’: Nurses and residents confront rampant violence in dementia care facilities | Dan Shively died five days later at age 73.
Police did not charge Dowd, then 66. He stayed at Canyon Creek for nearly three more years, during which time he repeatedly clashed with residents, sometimes hitting male residents and groping fem... |
| 19.08.2024 | The Economic Tightrope: Navigating Policy Promises and Market Realities | In the ever-shifting landscape of American politics, economic promises often dance on a tightrope. Politicians, like acrobats, make bold claims, hoping to catch the public's eye while balancing on the thin line between feasibility and fanta... |
| 16.08.2024 | A New Dawn for Housing: Biden Administration's $100 Million Grant Initiative | The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has thrown a lifeline to communities grappling with housing shortages. With a $100 million grant initiative, the Biden administration aims to cut through the bureaucratic thicket th... |
| 16.08.2024 | National Politics | FACT FOCUS: A look at Harris’ economic agenda | Most economists do expect it would raise prices on many goods. The Tax Policy Center, a joint project of the Urban Institute and the Brookings Institution, estimates it would reduce average incomes in the top 60% of earners by 1.8%. And the... |
| 16.08.2024 | Energised Biden, Harris tout party unity in joint appearance | LARGO, Maryland: Joe Biden and Kamala Harris made an upbeat show of unity Thursday (Aug 15) as they held their first joint public event since Harris replaced the president as the Democratic candidate in November's election.
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| 16.08.2024 | Energized Biden, Harris tout party unity in joint appearance | LARGO, Maryland: Joe Biden and Kamala Harris made an upbeat show of unity Thursday (Aug 15) as they held their first joint public event since Harris replaced the president as the Democratic candidate in November's election.
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| 13.08.2024 | The Rising Tide of the U.S. Federal Deficit: A Closer Look | The U.S. federal deficit is a ship sailing into stormy waters. In July 2024, the deficit reached $244 billion, a 10% increase from the previous year. This figure paints a stark picture of the nation’s financial health. The Treasury Departme... |
| 13.08.2024 | AgencyBloc Announces AMS+ Integration with Senior Market Sales’ Lead Advantage Pro® | CEDAR FALLS, Iowa, Aug. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgencyBloc, provider of insurance growth enablement solutions catering to the health, senior, and benefits industries, has integrated its AMS+ platform with Lead Advantage Pro® from Omaha... |
| 13.08.2024 | AgencyBloc Announces AMS+ Integration with Senior Market Sales’ Lead Advantage Pro® | This integration will significantly enhance the Medicare quoting and enrollment process for individuals
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa, Aug. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgencyBloc, provider of insurance growth enablement solutions catering to the healt... |
| 12.08.2024 | US July federal deficit grows | U.S. MarketsUS July federal deficit grows
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| 05.08.2024 | Healthcare Medical Billing in California: Why It’s Essential | Share
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In today’s evolving healthcare sector, medical billing plays a role in maintaining the financial stability and operational efficiency of healthcare providers in California. Effective medical billing practices f... |
| 05.08.2024 | NCPDP Announces the Call for Proposals for its 2025 Annual Technology & Business Conference, "ALL IN for Connected Care" | NCPDP (National Council for Prescription Drug Programs, Inc.) Logo
Deadline to submit a proposal is October 4, 2024. NCPDP's national pharmacy and healthcare industry conference will take place May 5-7, 2025, in Scottsdale.
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| 31.07.2024 | Bot Image, Inc. Announces Verification of CPT payment code for its 3D Reconstruction of Prostate Tumors detected using bpMRI | BELGRADE, Maine, July 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bot Image, Inc., a Nebraska and Maine based Artificial Intelligence medical device company (www.botimageai.com), demonstrated through partnerships in the radiology and urology communities that ... |
| 30.07.2024 |
Expert describes needs to consider for aging in place | As a majority of older adults continue to express an overwhelming preference for aging in place in their homes, any decision needs to be made with a full understanding of a particular senior’s needs, capabilities, and access to essential se... |
| 29.07.2024 | Stay Ahead of Medicare Fraudsters | (Family Features) Every day, criminals target older Americans with one goal – to steal their Medicare numbers and other protected health information. To fraudsters, this information is just as valuable as credit card information. These crim... |
| 25.07.2024 | DaVita's Kickback Controversy: A Deep Dive into Healthcare Ethics**
** | ** DaVita Inc., a prominent player in the healthcare landscape, finds itself in a storm of allegations. The company, based in Denver, Colorado, is accused of engaging in a kickback scheme that undermines the integrity of the healthcare syst... |
| 24.07.2024 | Editorials | Editorial: Want cheaper prescriptions? Start bargaining. | Troubled by recent trends, lawmakers have been scrutinizing the industry. Their investigations — some of which are still underway — have uncovered business practices that could lead to higher prices, as well as a supply chain governed by op... |
| 23.07.2024 | Health | How to find a good, well-staffed nursing home | Find your area agency on aging and ombudsman through the federal government’s Eldercare Locator website or by calling 1-800-677-1116. Identify your ombudsman through the National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care, an advocacy group.... |
| 19.07.2024 | Denver’s DaVita Inc. at the centre of kickback allegations DaVita Inc., based in Denver, Colorado, is at the center of allegations that it was mired in a kickback saga. The United States government al... | DaVita Inc., based in Denver, Colorado, is at the center of allegations that it was mired in a kickback saga.
The United States government alleged that DaVita Inc. (DaVita) used its position as a core part of the medical world to solicit an... |
| 18.07.2024 | AliveCor Receives Category III CPT Codes for AI-Powered Kardia 12L ECG | What You Should Know:
– AliveCor, the global leader in AI-powered cardiology, today announced that the American Medical Association (AMA) has granted new Category III Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes that are applicable to the com... |
| 15.07.2024 | New AMGA Survey Reveals Compensation Increases Across All Specialty Groupings, Physician Compensation Up in 2023, But Primary Care Lags Behind | What You Should Know:
– A new report by AMGA Consulting reveals significant growth in physician compensation and productivity across most specialties in 2023. The findings are based on data from nearly 190,000 providers in 459 medical group... |
| 12.07.2024 | Health | When you need help caring for an aging parent or family member, read this | After consulting with the family and the older person, care managers develop and administer a care plan outlining the necessary steps to obtain the appropriate types and levels of care. They typically coordinate medical appointments, set up... |
| 11.07.2024 | Health | Lack of affordability tops older Americans’ list of health care worries | In fact, five of the top 10 issues identified as very concerning were cost-related. Beyond the top three, people cited the cost of health insurance and Medicare (52%), and the cost of dental care (45%). Financial scams and fraud came in fou... |
| 11.07.2024 | Editorials | Editorial: The US primary-care system can’t withstand the next pandemic | Yet the outbreak took a toll. The deluge of life-threatening, chaotic and often thankless work drove doctors and nurses to quit in droves. Many primary-care practices shuttered or dramatically reduced services as patients stayed home. Forg... |
| 11.07.2024 | Can you recognize the 4 Ps of a scam? | (BPT) - Have you ever received a call or message from someone claiming to be from a governmental agency like the Internal Revenue Service or Social Security, or even claiming to be your grandchild? Did they ask for money, demand immediate p... |
| 09.07.2024 | STD Diagnoses Rose 4.8 Percent from 2020 to 2023; Patients in the 65 and Older Age Group Had the Largest Increase | Syphilis, Gonorrhea, and HIV and AIDS Were the Fastest-Growing STD Diagnoses, according to FAIR Health Study
NEW YORK, July 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The percentage of commercially insured patients with sexually transmitted disease (STD) diag... |
| 07.07.2024 | Opinion Columnists | Opinion: Jim Martin: A national debt crisis is coming, politicians need to recognize the urgency | Our debt is over 33% of the entire world’s combined debt of $91 trillion.
Next year, interest payments alone on our debt will top $1 trillion according to the CBO.
Watch in real-time our debt clock change: usdebtclock.org.
The Congressional... |
| 05.07.2024 | Tax Deductions List: 77 Items to Consider Writing Off You could save a bundle this year by carefully considering your business expenses for tax deductions. | Benjamin Franklin said it best when he coined the phrase, "a penny saved is a penny earned." Many business owners take years to understand that taxes are one of their biggest costs, and it doesn't take much effort to ensure you're... |
| 02.07.2024 | Biden's Debate Dilemma: A Battle of Strength and Stamina | In the political arena of Atlanta, Joe Biden's recent debate performance has sparked a wave of concern and panic among Democrats regarding his ability to lead the party against the formidable opponent, Donald Trump. Despite the hopes and ex... |
| 02.07.2024 | The Supreme Court just limited federal power. Health care is feeling the shockwaves | Groups that oppose a regulation could search for and secure partisan judges to roll back agency decision-making, said Andrew Twinamatsiko, director of the Health Policy and the Law Initiative at Georgetown University’s O’Neill Institute. On... |
| 28.06.2024 | National Politics | 1st Biden-Trump debate of 2024: What they got wrong, and right | CNN hosted the debate, which had no audience, at its Atlanta headquarters. CNN anchors Jake Tapper and Dana Bash moderated. The debate format allowed CNN to mute candidates’ microphones when it wasn’t their turn to speak.
Our PolitiFact par... |
| 28.06.2024 | Biden struggles early in presidential debate with hoarse voice | Washington — In the first moments of Thursday's debate, President Biden stumbled as he flubbed some early lines as his voice appeared ready to give out, while sources said he was suffering from a cold.
Mr. Biden's voice never recovered thro... |
| 27.06.2024 | Supreme Court to Review Tennessee Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors | The Supreme Court has agreed to review a Tennessee law banning gender-affirming health care for transgender minors, sparking a major debate on transgender rights. The case, set to be argued in the next term, could have a nationwide impact a... |
| 26.06.2024 | Supreme Court admits document was "briefly" uploaded after Bloomberg says high court poised to allow emergency abortions in Idaho | Washington — The Supreme Court said Wednesday that a document was "inadvertently and briefly" uploaded to its website after Bloomberg News reported that a copy of an opinion in a highly anticipated case involving Idaho's near-tota... |
| 21.06.2024 | Health | States struggle to help patients navigate insurance hurdle known as ‘step therapy’ | But patient advocacy groups and physicians say doctors, not insurers, are best qualified to know which drug or treatment is likely to be most effective. Delaying the implementation of that decision, they say, often harms patients.
At least ... |
| 11.06.2024 | JAMA: Traditional Medicare Is, In Fact, The Failure | What You Should Know:
– A new article published in JAMA Internal Medicine reignites the debate about Medicare Advantage and traditional Medicare.
– Dr. Sachin H. Jain, CEO of SCAN Group and SCAN Health Plan, argues in favor of Medicare Adva... |
| 04.06.2024 | First look: Kidney screening recommendation urged | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is urging HHS and a federal task force to recommend regular screening for people at high risk of chronic kidney disease, in a letter first shared with Axios.
Why it mat... |
| 03.06.2024 | HeartFlow AI Plaque Analysis Achieves Major Milestone Towards Medicare Coverage | - |
| 28.05.2024 | The High Cost of Diabetes Drugs: A Barrier to Health | In the realm of healthcare, the issue of affordability and access to essential medications is a critical concern that affects the well-being of individuals, particularly those suffering from chronic conditions like diabetes. The soaring pri... |
| 25.05.2024 | Health | High price of popular diabetes drugs deprives low-income people of effective treatment | Supply shortages and insurance hurdles for this powerful class of drugs, called GLP-1 agonists, have left many people who are suffering from diabetes and obesity without the medicines they need to stay healthy.
One root of the problem is th... |
| 24.05.2024 | He fell ill on a cruise. Before he boarded the rescue boat, they handed him the bill. | Vincent Wasney and his fiancée, Sarah Eberlein, had never visited the ocean. They'd never even been on a plane. But when they bought their first home in Saginaw, Michigan, in 2018, their real estate agent gifted them tickets for a Royal Car... |
| 24.05.2024 | Step-by-Step Checklist for Your First Payroll Run | Running your first payroll is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming and even a little intimidating. How do you know if you’re doing everything correctly? What if you don’t have all the information you need?
To help you out, we’ve put to... |
| 23.05.2024 | Hospital acquisitions draw House's attention | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
Lawmakers on two House committees signaled Thursday that they could use a year-end health deal to address hospital acquisitions of independent physician practices, which they contend are driving up he... |
| 17.05.2024 | America is hurtling toward a gray trap | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
It's little surprise that America is rapidly getting older — but now that we're at the brink of that demographic shift's major consequences, we're still completely unprepared.
Why it matters: It's not... |
| 16.05.2024 | Two-year telehealth bill clears another hurdle | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
An extension of Medicare telehealth flexibilities cleared another significant hurdle Thursday afternoon when the House Energy and Commerce health subcommittee unanimously approved a two-year reauthori... |
| 16.05.2024 | The Ultimate Guide to Benefits | Offering benefits to your employees isn’t just a nice-to-have perk: Certain benefits such as health insurance are legally required by federal and state governments in the United States. Even benefits that aren’t required, such as paid time ... |
| 15.05.2024 | Hospitals Grapple with Payment Delays, Two-Midnight Rule Expansion, and Outpatient Surgery Surge | – Hospitals and health systems nationwide saw a sizable increase in delayed or missing payments in the first quarter, due in part to a recent, large-scale disruption to payment processing services, according to a new report from Strata Deci... |
| 14.05.2024 | Health costs threaten to overshadow Biden's historic coverage gains | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
President Biden has come closer than any of his Democratic predecessors to reaching the party's long-standing goal of universal health coverage, but unaffordable care costs may overshadow the achievem... |
| 11.05.2024 | Beyond Traditional Medicare: The Rise of Medicare Advantage Plans in 2025 | Share
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In the vast expanse of healthcare in the United States, the landscape is perpetually shifting, molded by the hands of policy, consumer choice, and technological advancements. Among the most significant changes ... |
| 10.05.2024 | Health | ‘Birthing friendly’ label requires little effort by hospitals | What’s more, many of the hospitals that have received the designation perform cesarean sections above the recommended levels, which could indicate overuse of the procedure. C-sections are considered riskier than vaginal birth, with a longer... |
| 09.05.2024 | Axios Pro tracker: Health care bills to watch | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
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We're trying out something new: a handy cheat sheet for some of the big-ticket policy items that could find a home in must-pass legislation.
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| 06.05.2024 | Medicare, Social Security go-broke dates delayed in ‘measure of good news’ | - |
| 06.05.2024 | Social Security projected to cut benefits in 2035 barring a fix | The timeline to replenish Social Security is being extended. The federal retirement program said Monday it may not need to cut benefits until 2035, one year later than previously forecast, because of stronger performance by the U.S.
The new... |
| 06.05.2024 | NPHI President Carole Fisher Returns to Host Season 2 of Award-Winning Podcast "The Girlfriends" | Podcast Explores Themes of Female Solidarity by Seeking Justice for Victims of Abuse and Domestic Violence
WASHINGTON, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI) President, Carole Fisher, i... |
| 06.05.2024 | Thousands of Iowans could lose nursing home care, group warns | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
Nursing homes will be required to meet minimum staffing standards under a final federal rule recently announced by President Biden's administration.
Why it matters: Iowa has among the worst nursing ho... |
| 02.05.2024 | Senators call on Schumer to hold insulin vote | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
Senators backing legislation to cap the cost of insulin in the commercial market and for the uninsured are calling on Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to bring it up for a vote this year.
Why it m... |
| 01.05.2024 | End of internet subsidy threatens telehealth access | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
Millions of low-income Americans may find it harder to see health care providers virtually after federal subsidies for high-speed internet expired Tuesday.
The big picture: Many of the 23 million hous... |
| 30.04.2024 | Hospitals keep guard up on site-neutral plans | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
The hospital industry's biggest lobbying group is bracing for a revived push for site-neutral payment policies, even after the idea was left out of this spring's government spending deal.
Why it matte... |
| 29.04.2024 | Steep Ozempic, Wegovy prices face fresh scrutiny from officials | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
The prices of blockbuster drugs used for weight loss are gaining increased scrutiny as the universe of Americans who could receive these treatments expands.
Why it matters: With the drugs now availabl... |
| 26.04.2024 | Door opens for senior citizens to get health insurance: What they should do | - |
| 25.04.2024 | Commentary: Want to enjoy your retirement? Consider delaying it | NEW YORK: The bad news is that most of us will need to work longer. The good news is that, if we do it right, most of us will want to.
Retiring at 65 or even 67 is just not realistic for most people’s finances - or the government’s. So both... |
| 25.04.2024 | GOP jumps on chance to bash Biden on Medicare | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
Republicans are needling the Biden administration over a recent cut to Medicare plans, indicating a fight over the program's future could play a bigger role in this year's election.
Why it matters: Wh... |
| 25.04.2024 | Health | Medicare’s push to improve chronic care attracts businesses, but not many doctors | Phil Galewitz, Holly K. Hacker | (TNS) KFF Health News
Carrie Lester looks forward to the phone call every Thursday from her doctors’ medical assistant, who asks how she’s doing and if she needs prescription refills. The assistant counsels ... |
| 22.04.2024 | Explained: Now, you can buy health insurance even if you are over 65 | - |
| 17.04.2024 | National Politics | Fact check: Biden is right about $35 insulin cap but exaggerates prior costs for Medicare enrollees | Samantha Putterman | (TNS) KFF Health News
Insulin for Medicare beneficiaries “was costing 400 bucks a month on average. It now costs $35 a month.”
President Joe Biden, in a March 22 speech
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The cost of insulin in the United States has ... |
| 15.04.2024 | Health | Nearly 1 in 4 adults dumped from Medicaid are now uninsured, survey finds | Phil Galewitz | KFF Health News (TNS)
Nearly a quarter of adults disenrolled from Medicaid in the past year say they are now uninsured, according to a survey released Friday that details how tens of millions of Americans struggled to retain... |
| 14.04.2024 | Column: Taxes hamstring Hawaii health care | Mahalo for supporting Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Enjoy this free story!
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| 12.04.2024 | Kokua Line: Where can I report doctor’s apparent Medicare Advantage fraud? | Mahalo for supporting Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Enjoy this free story!
Question: For the second time, a local doctor’s office is using deceptive billing practices with my mom, who has Medicare Advantage health insurance. It’s infuriating. W... |
| 12.04.2024 | Health | Your doctor or your insurer? Little-known rules may ease the choice in Medicare Advantage | Susan Jaffe | KFF Health News (TNS)
Bart Klion, 95, and his wife, Barbara, faced a tough choice in January: The upstate New York couple learned that this year they could keep either their private, Medicare Advantage insurance plan — or thei... |
| 10.04.2024 | Feds could help fund health care pilot for middle-income earners | Massachusetts' request for some $2 billion in federal Medicaid funding could help sustain the state's new health care subsidies for middle-income earners.
The big picture: Declining revenues, increased migrant shelter costs and rate hikes a... |
| 10.04.2024 | Wyden looks to spur doctor pay overhaul | Senate Finance Committee Chair Ron Wyden is seeking to "jumpstart" a discussion of ways to update Medicare doctor fees — and put an end to the yearly ritual of doctors pressing Congress to avert scheduled pay cuts.
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| 02.04.2024 | Prostatype Genomics enters into collaboration with Professor E. David Crawford, MD, University of California San Diego, in preparation for the commercial launch of Prostatype® in the United States | Prostatype Genomics enters into collaboration with Professor E. David Crawford, MD, University of California San Diego, in preparation for the commercial launch of Prostatype® in the United States
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| 23.03.2024 | Letter: Money can be saved by legalizing jaywalking | Mahalo for supporting Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Enjoy this free story!
Yet another argument in favor of allowing jaywalking is the considerable savings in labor and paint when we no longer need to paint crosswalks on Hawaii’s streets. Read ... |
| 22.03.2024 | House approves $1.2T spending package before shutdown deadline | ASSOCIATED PRESS
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., speaks at the Capitol in Washington, on Wednesday. The House approved a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills today just a few hours before funding for some key federal agencies i... |
| 21.03.2024 | Medicare allows coverage of weight-loss drugs for heart conditions | Medicare will allow coverage of new weight-loss drug Wegovy to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in enrollees.
Why it matters: Medicare bans coverage of drugs for weight loss, but more enrollees will have access to popular anti-obe... |
| 18.03.2024 | Docs and DME lose last chance for payment fixes | The absence of health policy riders in the next congressional funding package means some provider groups will likely go without relief until after the election, at earliest.
Why it matters: The minibus was the logical vehicle for additional... |
| 16.03.2024 | Telehealth websites promise cure for "male menopause" despite FDA ban on off-label ads | Online stores sprang up during the COVID-19 pandemic's telehealth boom touting testosterone as a cure-all for men's age-related illnesses — despite FDA rules issued years ago restricting such "low testosterone" advertising.
In ads... |
| 15.03.2024 | Scoop: Negotiators near deal on health provisions | Negotiators are close to a deal that would include PBM reforms and some hospital price transparency requirements in the coming minibus, though sources caution that obstacles remain.
Why it matters: The last-ditch attempt to insert major hea... |
| 11.03.2024 | Statement by Secretary Becerra on the President’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget | HHS-specific budget investments will expand access care, lower health care costs, strengthen supports for children and families, and more.
The Biden-Harris Administration today released the President’s Budget for Fiscal Year 2025. Following... |
| 10.03.2024 | Kokua Line: When will the widening of Salt Lake Boulevard be completed? | Mahalo for supporting Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Enjoy this free story!
When will the widening of Salt Lake Boulevard be completed? It has been almost two years of disruptions. Read more
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