BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee makes COVID-19 telehealth coverage permanent
(By Laura Dyrda for Becker’s Hospital Review) BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee updated its coverage policies to permanently cover virtual visits with
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FDA says Abbott’s 5-minute Covid-19 test may miss infected patients
(By Matthew Herper for STAT) The Food and Drug Administration said late Thursday that the Abbott ID Now rapid test
Read More64% of consumers aren’t confident in accuracy of disease self-screening tools, survey finds
(By Jackie Drees for Becker’s Hospital Review) While healthcare organizations across the globe are deploying self-triage tools to help patients
Read MoreCOVID-19 Pandemic gives more time for seniors to apply for Medicare
With millions of people, including seniors, out of work and losing their employer health insurance due to the COVID-19 pandemic,
Read MoreThe Special Supplemental Benefits for the Chronically Ill program
The Special Supplemental Benefits for the Chronically Ill (SSBCI) program allows Medicare Advantage (MA) plans to offer services such as
Read MoreDo I need Medicare if I have FEHB?
You are a retired federal employee turning 65 and thinking whether or not to sign up for Medicare Part A
Read MoreReversing History, Indian Health Service Seeks Traditional Healers
(By Sydney Akridge for Kaiser Health News) Cheryl Morales started the medicinal garden at the Aaniiih Nakoda College demonstration farm
Read MoreHow Can Lessons from Medicaid Help Connect People to Unemployment Insurance?
(By Bradley Corallo and Samantha Artiga for Kaiser Family Foundation) Millions of people are losing jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic
Read MoreHow Civica Rx has responded to drug shortages caused by COVID-19
( By Maia Anderson for Becker’s Hospital Review) Civica Rx was formed to combat drug shortages, which have become a
Read MoreFlorida Blue’s plan and policy changes to help its members during COVID-19 pandemic
Florida Blue is taking several additional steps to support health plan members and communities in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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