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The Latest Breaking News from Medicare

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1h ago Massachusetts Lawmakers Press Health Officials on Nursing Home Vetting Before October 14 Vote on Tougher Ownership Rules
3h ago UnitedHealthcare and Aetna Shift 2027 Medicare Advantage Toward HMOs, Making Doctor Network Checks Vital Before Open Enrollment
3h ago British Indian pair fight extradition to US over alleged cancer drug fraud
4h ago Trump: $90 for his "wonderful Seniors"
5h ago Trump announces $90 Medicare checks for 20 million seniors ahead of midt-term elections: Who gets the payment and when?

What is behind the insulin shortage in the US?

Pharma companies are slashing insulin production in favour of more lucrative weight-loss drugs.

Al Jazeera · May 2, 2024

Does Medicare cover medical alert systems?

For older Americans to age in place well, medical alert systems can be useful.

Fortune · May 1, 2024

CVS Stock Plunges as Medicare Advantage Costs Spike

CVS Health came up short of Q1 earnings estimates and slashed its full-year outlook as medical costs surged. Here's what you need to know.

Kiplinger · May 1, 2024

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An East Texas County Fights a Bitter Battle Over a Reborn Hospital

As a rural hospital in Crockett struggles with the cost of indigent and other unpaid care, a torn community weighs how to keep its local hospital open and financially viable.

Texas Observer · Apr 29, 2024

Bulk-billing increase ruled out despite rate rise

The national bulk-billing rate has increased slightly to almost 78 per cent, with NSW having the highest proportion and the ACT the lowest.

AAP · Apr 28, 2024

Centrelink claims backlog slashed after hiring blitz

More than 500,000 claims made to Services Australia have been removed from the backlog in just 10 weeks.

AAP · Apr 25, 2024

US Supreme Court Seems Split On Idaho Abortion Ban

The US Supreme Court appeared divided Wednesday on whether Idaho's near-total ban on abortion conflicts with a federal law requiring hospitals to stabilize patients needing emergency care, in a case that carries potentially sweeping national consequences.

International Business Times · Apr 24, 2024

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A Cruel and Risky Abortion Ban Versus an Overreaching Interpretation of Federal Law

There are no good sides in today's Supreme Court case concerning the EMTALA and abortion.

Reason · Apr 24, 2024

US Supreme Court To Hear High-stakes Case On Idaho Abortion Ban

The US Supreme Court was set to hear a crucial case Wednesday weighing whether Idaho's near-total ban on abortion violates federal law requiring hospitals to stabilize patients needing emergency care.

International Business Times · Apr 24, 2024

Supreme Court to examine a federal-state conflict over emergency abortions

The case comes from Idaho, where the law banning abortions is sufficiently strict that the state's leading hospital system says its patients are at risk.

WEKU · Apr 24, 2024

Ease on Down the Road to Retirement

Want to keep working, just not as hard? A phased retirement may just be the answer.

Kiplinger · Apr 23, 2024

Pros and Cons of Waiting Until 70 to Claim Social Security

Waiting until 70 to file for Social Security benefits comes with a higher check, but there could be financial consequences to consider for you and your family.

Kiplinger · Apr 22, 2024

Biden's Push For Insulin Cap In Spotlight

President Biden's push for a insulin price cap for Medicare recipients faces complexities and limitations, impacting various groups differently.

Anti-abortion states are targeting an emergency healthcare law. Will the supreme court side with them?

Justices to rule whether abortion bans should undo Emtala, the Reagan-era law requiring hospitals to treat emergency patients

The Guardian - US · Apr 21, 2024

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WEKU · Apr 17, 2024

Medicare's push to improve chronic care attracts businesses, but not many doctors

Most Medicare enrollees have two or more chronic conditions, making them eligible for a program that rewards physicians for doing more to manage their care. But not many doctors have joined.

Fortune · Apr 16, 2024

The 2024 Fortune/PINC AI 100 Top Hospitals

Fortune and PINC AI have partnered to rank the best hospitals in the U.S.

Reason · Apr 12, 2024

The Real Tax Gap

Wealthier Americans pay a record share of federal taxes, but voters (and President Joe Biden) believe they're freeloading.

TechRadar · Apr 9, 2024

Thousands of Social Security numbers stolen from government firm

Details of attack are beginning to emerge, as Greylock McKinnon Associates notifies affected individuals.

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Axios · Apr 4, 2024

Hospital and insurer battles over Medicare Advantage set to grow

Some providers have already taken the extraordinary step of terminating contracts with Medicare plans.

Biden And Sanders Team Up To Lower Drug Costs

President Joe Biden and Senator Bernie Sanders joined forces at a White House event to advocate for reducing the cost of prescription drugs, including inhalers. This collaboration showcased Biden's progressive stance on healthcare and his administration's efforts to address the issue.

Barchart · Apr 2, 2024

Stocks Close Lower on Fears Fed Rate Cuts Will be Delayed

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Tuesday closed down -0.72%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -1.00%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.94%. Stock indexes Tuesday posted moderate losses, with the S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrials, and...

Latin Times · Apr 2, 2024

Extra Discrimination: Latinos and Blacks on Medicare Face Higher Costs to Treat Dementia, Study Finds

Blacks and Latinos pay at least 17% more than Non-Hispanic Whites, according to the findings.

Kiplinger · Apr 2, 2024

Stock Market Today: Dow Sinks 396 Points as UnitedHealth Spirals

Large-cap healthcare stocks slumped after regulators set a disappointing reimbursement rate for Medicare Advantage plans.

US Advances Medicare Drug Price Negotiations With Pharma Companies

US government's efforts to negotiate drug prices under Medicare program aim to reduce costs and improve access to medications for beneficiaries.

Barchart · Apr 2, 2024

Stocks Fall as Bond Yields Climb on Strong US Economic News

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) this morning is down -1.06%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -1.08%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -1.51%. Stock indexes this morning are moderately lower, with the S&P 500, Dow Jones...

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