CMS issues guidance on COVID-19 relief funds for state Medicaid programs
(By Morgan Haefner for Becker’s Hospital Review) CMS issued guidance May 13 outlining how states can use funding from the
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Mask mandates might be going away, but don’t ditch yours just yet, scientists caution
(By Megan Molteni for STAT) Fully vaccinated people are exhaling this weekend, ditching masks and easing up on social distancing,
Read MoreExpanding comprehensive assistance for family caregivers
(Source – blogs.va.gov/VAntage) Eva Blackburn has always grabbed life by the horns. She’s used to overcoming challenges with a positive attitude
Read MoreHow much will healthcare cost you in retirement?
Fidelity Investments recently released estimates on the healthcare costs throughout retirement for a 65-year-old couple retiring this year is $300,000.
Read MoreTapping into resources can help you better understand your Medicare options.
Generally, Medicare is available for people age 65 or older, younger people with disabilities, and people with End-Stage Renal Disease
Read MoreFully vaccinated? CDC says you no longer need a mask indoors
(By Erica Carbajal for Becker’s Hospital Review) Americans who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no longer need to wear masks or
Read MoreMedicare expands coverage of breast cancer test
(By Lauren Jensik for Becker’s Hospital Review) Biotheranostics, a subsidiary of San Diego-based Hologic, has received expanded Medicare coverage of
Read More‘Alexa’ finds a voice in healthcare: 4 systems that have built skills for Amazon’s digital assistant
(By Jackie Drees for Becker’s Hospital Review) Amazon Alexa has become a staple in many homes across the U.S., with
Read MoreVaccines seem to work well against coronavirus variants. It’s also complicated
(By Andrew Joseph for STAT) The question about how Covid-19 vaccines stand up to coronavirus variants often gets distilled to:
Read MoreOut-of-pocket costs for brand-name drugs increased by 15 percent
A recent JAMA study found the median out-of-pocket costs increased by 15 percent for brand-name medications. The JAMA Network Open
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