Payers move to ditch deductibles
(By Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) The trend of health insurers launching products without traditional deductibles is accelerating, reflecting
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Month: September 2024
Errors in Deloitte-Run Medicaid Systems Can Cost Millions and Take Years To Fix
(By Samantha Liss and Rachana Pradhan for KFF Health News) The computer systems run by the consulting giant Deloitte that
Read MoreRecovery from mental health challenges and substance use disorder
(Source – news.va.gov) The unhealthy use of drugs and alcohol can damage a Veteran’s health, relationships and career. Often, this
Read More6 drugs now in shortage
(By Paige Twenter for Becker’s Hospital Review) The sole suppliers for a few medications, including a Parkinson’s disease therapy, are
Read MoreIn a rural small town, a group of locals steps up to support senior health
(By Juliana Kim, Tim Evans for NPR) GLEN ULLIN, N.D. — When small rural towns get smaller, the challenges for
Read MoreAI technology is helping crisis line responders
(Source – news.va.gov) A year after VA announced winners of its $20 million Mission Daybreak grand challenge to reduce Veteran
Read More21 health systems dropping Medicare Advantage plans | 2024
(By Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) Medicare Advantage provides health coverage to more than half of the nation’s older
Read MoreThe cost of senior care: Why aging farmers fear the nursing home
(By Juliana Kim, Tim Evans for NPR) RUGBY, N.D. — Cindie Haakenson was relieved when a room opened up at
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