Novo Nordisk to end 340B discounts on drugs dispensed at community pharmacies
(By Maia Anderson for Becker’s Hospital Review) Novo Nordisk has sent a notice to 340B member hospitals saying that starting
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Month: December 2020
What Seniors Can Expect When COVID Vaccines Begin to Roll Out
(By Judith Graham for Kaiser Health News) Vaccines that protect against COVID-19 are on the way. What should older adults
Read MoreWhat is a hearing aid app?
What is a hearing aid app? Hearing aid apps offer a wide range of useful features and help people who
Read MoreRegence health plans partners with Best Buy Health
In an effort to support their Medicare members’ unique health care needs, eligible Blue Cross Blue Shield Regence Medicare Advantage
Read MoreLawmakers want to permanently expand Medicare coverage of telehealth services
According to a bipartisan and bicameral group of 49 lawmakers telehealth technology has proved to be a reliable tool for
Read MoreOIG oversight saved taxpayers $4B in 2020
(By Katie Adams for Becker’s Hospital Review) The HHS Office of Inspector General expects to generate more than $4 billion in
Read MoreDon’t miss your flu shot
(Source – www.medicare.gov/blog) December 6–12 is National Influenza Vaccination Week. It’s a good reminder to roll up your sleeve and
Read MorePeer support specialists help Veterans in crisis
(Source – www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage) For mental health, we are familiar with psychologists, psychiatrists and social workers. There is another valuable resource
Read MoreIndividuals with ADRD were associated with adverse financial events
A recent study found single Medicare beneficiaries with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) were more likely to make late
Read MoreMedicare Annual Election Period is different from Medigap Open Enrollment Period
Many people are confused with the Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP) and Medigap Open Enrollment Period. During AEP you can
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