Prison terms set for Miami brothers convicted in Medicare fraud
Two Miami brothers were sentenced to prison terms and ordered to pay substantial restitution after being convicted of Medicare fraud.
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Author: Gerry Hafer
Patient Access and Medicare Protection Act Details
The Patient Access and Medicare Protection Act’s impact on payment schedules is discussed in an article posted by Jeff Lagasse on www.healthcarepayernews.com
Read MorePreparing for the costs of care for aging parents
As life expectancy increases, so too does the need for family support in later years. In an article titled “Prepare
Read MoreMedicare Advantage Plans to get increased scrutiny
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services last week announced expansion of Medicare’s Recovery Audit Program, with increased focus on risk adjustment
Read MoreACOs are having a positive impact
Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), despite some early skepticism, are showing positive results in some sectors. In an article titled “Medical
Read MoreHospitals: No Place for Ailing Seniors?
Researchers are taking a serious look at the phenomenon facing hospitalized seniors–the phenomenon that they frequently are discharged in worse
Read MoreSome Details on Medicare Advantage Seniors Should be Aware Of
Medicare Advantage plans can be a substantial benefit for many seniors, but there are details anyone considering signing up for
Read MoreA Look at What’s Ahead in Healthcare in 2016 (and Beyond)
The Economy Hub’s Michael Hiltzik takes a look at the continually evolving healthcare system in America in this article posted on www.latimes.com.
Read MoreHospitals Embracing Wellness to Combat Rising Healthcare Costs
Changes in lifestyle choices and a general emphasis on healthy living are fueling a wave of change in the healthcare
Read MoreA Primer on Medicare
(Source – Department of Health and Human Services (HHS, via helpingamericansfindhelp.org)) U.S. Medicare is funded by 2 trust funds, both held
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