The Latest Breaking News from Medicare Advantage

‘Site-neutral’ hospital policy muddles health package progress - Roll Call

Proposals to restrict hospital billing rates in outpatient clinics divides lawmakers, with concerns about rural hospitals stalling progress.

Roll Call · Jan 31, 2024

Don’t Let a Medicare Mistake Haunt Your Retirement

It’s vital to carefully consider your options so that you get the appropriate coverage for your specific needs.

Kiplinger · Jan 25, 2024

Biden administration finalizes prior authorization changes - Roll Call

The rule would require government health plans to respond to non-urgent authorization requests no later than seven calendar days.

Roll Call · Jan 17, 2024

Older Americans say they feel trapped in Medicare Advantage plans

As the private plans’ share of the Medicare patient pie has ballooned to 30.8 million people, so too have concerns about the insurers’ aggressive sales tactics and misleading coverage claims.

Fortune · Jan 6, 2024

Why Medicare Advantage Plans Continue To Deny Life-saving Ventilators To ALS Patients

Often referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease, ALS is an incurable disease that progressively weakens the muscles, robbing patients of voluntary movements like walking or talking. As the disease advances, many patients need a ventilator to breathe.

International Business Times · Jan 5, 2024

Older Americans say they feel trapped in Medicare Advantage plans

As enrollment in Medicare Advantage plans grows, so do concerns about how well the insurance works, including from those who say they have become trapped in the private plans as their health declines.

WEKU · Jan 3, 2024

Will Medicare really run out of money in 2031? Here's what experts say about its long-term stability

The program is facing serious headwinds that should concern anyone on Medicare or approaching the enrollment age of 65.

Fortune · Dec 30, 2023

Medicare Advantage: Kroger Teams Up With Soda Health

The list of Medicare Advantage plan partnerships continues to grow with the latest offering from Kroger and Soda Health.

Kiplinger · Dec 26, 2023

Does Medicare cover rehab for drug and alcohol addiction? Yes, and here’s exactly what it will pay for

Substance abuse in older adults is a fast-growing health problem in the U.S., but help is covered.

Fortune · Dec 24, 2023

Kroger Eyes Adding Senior Physicals To Your Grocery Cart

The grocery chain is pilot testing a plan to shift some of its in-store clinics to primary care centers for seniors.

Kiplinger · Dec 21, 2023