Feds Move to Rein In Prior Authorization, a System That Harms and Frustrates Patients
By Lauren Sausser for Kaiser Health News on March 13, 2023 When Paula Chestnut needed hip replacement surgery last year,
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Covering new weight loss drugs could strain Medicare, policy experts warn
By Elaine Chen for Stat News on March 11, 2023 The emergence of highly effective obesity drugs has spurred renewed efforts to
Read MoreDenied by AI: How Medicare Advantage plans use algorithms to cut off care for seniors in need
By Casey Ross and Bob Herman for Stat News on March 13, 2023 An algorithm, not a doctor, predicted a
Read MoreHit with that extra premium for Medicare?
The Medicare Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA) is an amount you may pay in addition to your Part B or
Read MoreMost Americans would skip preventive care if court rolls back ACA requirements, survey finds
(By Rylee Wilson for Becker’s Hospital Review) Many Americans would skip preventive care if courts dismantle the requirement for payers to
Read MoreSeniors With Anxiety Frequently Don’t Get Help. Here’s Why.
(By Judith Graham for Kaiser Health News) Anxiety is the most common psychological disorder affecting adults in the U.S. In
Read MoreHouston VA implants new cardiac device
(Source – news.va.gov) In early January, Army Veteran Alfred Robertson was feeling dizzy at his home in Houston and called
Read MoreProviders join payers in urging CMS to halt proposed 2024 Medicare Advantage rates
(By Rylee Wilson for Becker’s Hospital Review) Provider groups are joining in payers’ concerns about CMS’ proposed changes to Medicare
Read MoreWhy Does Insulin Cost So Much? Big Pharma Isn’t the Only Player Driving Prices
(By Arthur Allen for Kaiser Health News) Eli Lilly & Co.’s announcement that it is slashing prices for its major
Read MoreProposed increase in Medicare tax
The White House released a preview of President Biden’s budget proposal in which he is proposing to raise tax rates
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