With collapse of GOP health care effort, Congress faces a long ‘to-do’ list for health policy
(By Erin Mershon and Lev Facher for STAT) WASHINGTON — The Republican health care bill, at least for now, is
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Month: July 2017
UnitedHealth’s Optum division helps fuel 30% spike in Q2 earnings
(By Morgan Haefner for Becker’s Hospital Review) Minnetonka Minn.-based UnitedHealth Group recorded $2.3 billion in net earnings attributable to shareholders in the
Read MoreSocial Interaction Improves Quality Of Life For People With Dementia
(By Shirley S. Wang for NPR) In nursing homes and residential facilities around the world, health care workers are increasingly
Read MoreCongress Squares Off Over Drug Pricing And A Controversial Drug Discount Program
(By Sarah Jane Tribble for Kaiser Health News) House Democrats are calling foul on Republican assertions that cuts to a
Read MoreAmericans rank healthcare as top concern, but 64% disapprove of its handling
(By Morgan Haefner for Becker’s Hospital Review) Thirty-five percent of Americans see healthcare as the most pressing issue facing the
Read MoreStraight repeal of ACA back on the table after BCRA fails: 5 things to know
(By Emily Rappleye for Becker’s Hospital Review) Two more Republican senators defected from the revised Better Care Reconciliation Act Monday
Read MoreNonprofit hospitals record greater revenue, less charity care spending under ACA: 7 findings
(By Kelly Gooch for Becker’s Hospital Review) A recent Politico analysis reveals the nation’s top seven hospitals as ranked by
Read MoreRetail clinics reduce unnecessary ER visits by up to 12%
(By Emily Rappleye for Becker’s Hospital Review) Retail clinics have been successful in reducing emergency room visits for minor and
Read MoreWhen to Sign Up for Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage Plan After You Turn 65
In Kimberly Lankford’s column she answers a reader’s question on when to sign up for Medicare supplement, Medicare Part D
Read MoreDo You Need to Sign Up for Medicare When You Turn 65?
Many people don’t know if they need to sign up for Medicare if they already have other health insurance coverage. Attached
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