New CMS prior authorization rule takes effect
(By Andrew Cass for Becker’s Hospital Review) A new CMS rule aiming to streamline Medicare Advantage and Part D prior authorizations
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Veterans Treatment Court helps direct Veterans to VA services
(Source – news.va.gov) Delaware County Treatment Court Coordinator Jeremy Damia had a lot of questions about the services available for
Read MoreNew payer price transparency rules take effect in 2024
(By Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) New requirements for payers under CMS’ Transparency in Coverage rule took effect Jan.
Read MoreAmericans on Medicare now get better access to mental health care. Here’s how
(By Juana Summers, Avery Keatley, and Sarah Handel for NPR) Starting Jan. 1, the more than 65 million Americans who
Read MoreHappy New Year!
“There are far better things ahead than any we leave behind.” —C.S. Lewis, author The staff at AMAC Foundation and the
Read MoreDuty and compassion from a Home Based Primary Care team
(Source – news.va.gov) This is just one story about the benefits of Home Based Primary Care (HBPC). In a society
Read MoreBest Buy Health plans bigger healthcare presence in 2024
(By Laura Dyrda for Becker’s Hospital Review) Best Buy Health became a major player in healthcare over the last 12
Read MoreSenators concerned Medicare Advantage plans deny long-term care
(By Rylee Wilson for Becker’s Hospital Review) A pair of senators are asking CMS to require Medicare Advantage plans to
Read MoreWhat is hospice care? 6 myths about this end-of-life option
(By Diba Mohtasham for NPR) Death is a part of life, but decisions surrounding death often can be difficult. Hospice,
Read MoreMedicare changes for the new year
January 1st is just around the corner, and many things will change, including Medicare. If you are a Medicare beneficiary
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