On-site Claims Clinic big success at VFW convention
(Source – news.va.gov) For the first time in the 124-year history of the VFW National Convention, VA staffed a walk-in
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Legislative Update
“Larry! Have you heard about the PACT Act?”
(Source – news.va.gov) Larry Wilson, a housekeeping aide, often makes my day during his rounds. I can count on the
Read MoreSen. Sanders Says Millions of People Can’t Find a Doctor. He’s Mostly Right.
(By Michelle Andrews for KFF Health News) Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) has long been a champion of a government-sponsored “Medicare
Read MoreMedicare Advantage prior authorization reform bill passes House committee
(By Andrew Cass for Becker’s Hospital Review) A bill aiming to reform the Medicare Advantage prior authorization process was included
Read MoreNew Weight Loss Drugs Carry High Price Tags and Lots of Questions for Seniors
(By Judith Graham for KFF Health News) Corlee Morris has dieted throughout her adult life. After her weight began climbing
Read MoreEverything Old Is New Again? The Latest Round of Health Policy Proposals Reprises Existing Ideas
(By Julie Appleby for KFF Health News) Forget “repeal and replace,” an oft-repeated Republican rallying cry against the Affordable Care
Read MoreWWP Twitch chat: New benefits eligibility for Veterans exposed to toxins
(Source – news.va.gov) If you have been exposed to a toxic substance during your military service, you may be eligible
Read MoreWhat to know about the drug price fight in those TV ads
(By Arthur Allen for NPR) In recent months ominous ads about prescription drugs have flooded the TV airwaves. Perhaps by
Read More6 limitations with payers’ price transparency data, per Elevance Health researchers
(By Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) Payers have been required to post pricing information online for covered items and
Read More340B reporting mandate approved by House subcommittee, legislation moves forward
(By Ashleigh Hollowell for Becker’s hospital Review) Legislation proposing transparency and oversight of the 340B drug discount program was passed
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