Lawmakers probe CVS Caremark over potential anti-competitive practices
(By Alexandra Murphy for Becker’s Hospital Review) House Republicans are investigating whether CVS Caremark, a leading pharmacy benefit manager, violated
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Month: December 2024
Medicaid Waiver Tracker: Approved and Pending Section 1115 Waivers by State
(Source – The Kaiser Family Foundation published December 13, 2024) This page tracks approved and pending Section 1115 Medicaid demonstration
Read MoreFTC sends warning to 21 insurance marketing companies
(By Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) The Federal Trade Commission has sent warning letters to 21 companies marketing or
Read MoreCombating loneliness and social isolation as a caregiver
(Source – news.va.gov) Taking care of a Veteran is a deeply rewarding role, yet it’s not without challenges. One of
Read MoreOutpatient pharmacy costs outpace total spend by 52%
(By Paige Twenter for Becker’s Hospital Review) Historically viewed as cost centers, hospitals and health systems are increasingly identifying their
Read MoreMore Californians Are Freezing to Death. Experts Point to More Older Homeless People.
(By Phillip Reese for KFF Health News) SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A growing number of people — many of them older
Read MoreMedicare costs are going up next year
Like most things, Medicare costs are going up next year. Medicare Part A and Part B deductibles will increase, along
Read MoreComprehensive care for chronic pain
(Source – news.va.gov) Columbia VA’s Outpatient Interdisciplinary Pain Program (OIPP) offers a holistic approach to managing chronic pain, addressing not only
Read MoreCyberattacks on healthcare rise during holidays
(By Naomi Diaz for Becker’s Hospital Review) Cybercriminals often target healthcare organizations during the holidays, seizing the opportunity to exploit
Read MoreWhat we learned about suicide prevention this year
(Source – news.va.gov) Throughout 2024, we shared information about Veteran suicide prevention, the Veterans Crisis Line and VA resources, programs
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