Bridging the distance: Bringing care closer to home for rural Veterans
(Source – news.va.gov) In Navajo Nation, VA trainees close the distance to care For rural Veterans living on or near
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Digital Health Tools and Technologies: An Overview of CMS’ Recent Efforts to Expand Their Use in Medicare
(Authors: Nancy Ochieng, Juliette Cubanski, and Tricia Neuman for The Kaiser Family Foundation Published: Jul 7, 2026) As an increasing
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ACA premiums could jump 14% in 2027: 7 things to know
(By: Elizabeth Casolo for Becker’s Hospital Review) ACA insurers are pitching a median rate increase of 14% for 2027, the second
Read MoreCare without limits: How VA telehealth is reaching Veterans where they are
(Source – news.va.gov) VA telehealth satisfaction hits record highs for sixth straight year Every Veteran has unique care needs, and
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CMS floats new Medicare payment category for AI diagnostic software: 6 notes
(By: Andrew Cass for Becker’s Hospital Review) CMS is proposing to create a new payment pathway for algorithm-driven diagnostic software,
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Projected 2027 Medicare costs at a glance
As we pass the halfway point of the year, most of us are wondering about and/or planning our 2027 expenses.
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Choosing a Medicare Plan – Some Guiding Thoughts
Medicare Annual Enrollment is still a few months away, but many folks are aging into Medicare eligibility each day. So,
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Legislation Intends to Limit Out-of-Pocket Medicare Costs
In a move that would help level the playing field between Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage, 15 U.S. Senators have
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Addressing “Unintended Consequences” of Medicare Drug Pricing Change
Lowering drug costs for older adults is, of course, a paramount Medicare goal, especially for an aging population. Recent changes
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Medicare Advantage Cost Savings Highlighted in Study
Duke University Press recently published a Journal of Health Politics, Policy and Law article assessing savings from Medicare Advantage plans, particularly compared
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