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NDIS reform delays to 'burn $1 billion' taxpayer funds

NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has warned delays to passing reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme will cost $1 billion to taxpayers.

AAP

Medicare Weight Loss Drug Coverage Advances Amid Fiscal And Access Concerns

The bill proposes to allow Medicare coverage for weight loss medications under certain conditions, such as individuals being prescribed the drugs for at least one year before transitioning to Medicare.

International Business Times

Alito dissent signals "gathering storm"

As Justice Jackson noted, the court kicked the can down the road because it's currently "politically inconvenient"

Salon

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Justice Department Charges Nearly 200 In .7 Billion Health Care Fraud

Justice Department charges nearly 200 individuals in a crackdown on health care fraud schemes, seizing assets worth 1 million.

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Justice Department charges nearly 200 people in $2.7 billion health care fraud schemes crackdown

The Justice Department has charged nearly 200 people in a sweeping crackdown on health care fraud schemes nationwide with false claims topping $2.7 billion

The Independent UK

America Is in a Debt Crisis. Will Trump or Biden Address It at the Debate?

The candidate who grasps the gravity of this situation and proposes concrete steps to address it will demonstrate the leadership our nation now desperately needs. The stakes couldn't be higher.

Reason

What is the federal law at the center of the Supreme Court's latest abortion case?

The U.S. Supreme Court appears ready to release an opinion that will allow doctors in Idaho to perform abortions to stabilize patients at least for now, despite the state's strict abortion ban

The Independent UK

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Baby boomers are abusing marijuana at a higher rate as more Medicare beneficiaries turn to cannabis with ‘little other safe choices for pain or sleep’

People are living longer and looking for ways to ease the symptoms of aging, according to a medical marijuana expert.

Fortune

Medicare Misses Opportunity To Encourage Investment In New Medicines

The Biden administration recently released guidance that's supposed to clarify how it will "negotiate" the maximum fair prices of select drugs covered by Medicare. Unfortunately, like last year's guidance, this year's document raises a lot of questions.

International Business Times

Medicare billed by GP for his forbidden sexual affair

A doctor who billed Medicare for his sexual trysts with a patient and threatened to kill her, and himself, when she tried to end it has been suspended.

AAP

What to know about Medicare and hospital at home programs

In 2019, people with Medicare had over 800,000 hospitalizations that could have qualified for hospital at home.

Fortune

The Social Security Conundrum: Take It Now, or Wait Till 70?

Yes, delaying Social Security means a bigger benefit. But when deciding whether it's worth the wait, take stock of these pros and cons. You might be surprised.

Kiplinger

Jamie Dimon believes U.S. public debt is the ‘most predictable crisis’ the economy faces—and yet in just 3 months America has added $2.1 trillion to its tab

Debt held by the public will rise from 99% of GDP this year to 122% by 2034—surpassing its previous high of 106% in 1946 at the end of the Second World War.

Fortune

House Republicans shift message on extending 2017 tax cuts - Roll Call

Changing politics and growing debt have House Republicans rethinking strategy for the tax cuts expiration in 2025.

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‘Hospital at home’ gains bipartisan support but questions remain - Roll Call

Hospitals have continued the program after the pandemic for patients who need hospital-level care but who can be monitored from home.

AAP

GP tax deal has bulk winners but won't inoculate all

The NSW government is getting on the front foot before GPs increase prices to cover payroll tax obligations, but some patients should expect to see higher fees.

Fortune

Here's when Medicare will cover breast reduction surgery

A growing number of women 65 and over are pursuing breast reduction surgery.

The Texas Tribune

An East Texas town wants to revolutionize how the state cares for people living with memory loss

The ambitious project has won a federal grant. But the Texas Legislature has not yet given its blessing, a crucial step to move the facility forward.

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How IRAs Impact Social Security

Do your traditional IRA distributions count as income that could lower your social security benefits? It depends.

Newcastle Herald

Answering urgent call to invest in GP Access pays off

Bulk-billed GP Access boost helps take pressure hospitals

The Conversation

Business basics: how do companies pay tax?

This article is part of The Conversation’s “Business Basics” series where we ask leading experts to discuss key concepts in business, economics and finance.

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White House Criticizes Republicans Over 'Maganomics' And Tariffs Plan

White House criticizes GOP's 'MAGAnomics' and Trump's tariffs, while Biden focuses on protecting Medicare, Social Security, and reducing the deficit.

The Independent UK

Medicare headquarters closed after bacteria that cause Legionnaire’s disease found in pipes

The Baltimore building shuttered last week and is expected to remain that way for foreseable future.

Kiplinger

HSA Contribution Limit Rising Again for 2025

Contribution limits matter when it comes to maximizing your tax-advantaged health savings account.

Kiplinger

Five Ways to Fund Medicare Part A

Higher taxes can help stave off the projected 2036 insolvency of Medicare's Hospital Insurance trust fund.

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