Flu season heats up as 23 states report widespread influenza activity: 5 things to know
(By Brian Zimmerman for Becker’s Hospital Review) Influenza activity increased sharply across the U.S. during the week ending Dec. 16,
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Medicare Advantage benchmarks creating inefficiencies
The Medicare Advantage (MA) benchmark bidding system, which was intended to reduce plan inefficiencies, has allowed health plans to benefit
Read MoreNew blood test for celiac disease
In United States roughly one percent of people have celiac disease. Those with the disease must avoid foods that contain gluten protein;
Read MoreConsumers hesitant to utilize telemedicine
In a recent report sponsored by Avizia, a telehealth provider based in Reston, Virginia, shows a relatively small percent of
Read MoreScams and frauds targeting the elderly
In April, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services will begin mailing out new Medicare cards that no longer show
Read MoreChristmas Greetings from the AMAC Foundation
On behalf of the AMAC Foundation and it’s constituency, the Medicare Report’s editorial staff extends to all of its readers a
Read MorePeople who take this drug more likely to develop skin cancer
In a recent Danish study, it found people who take hydrochlorothiazide may be more likely to get skin cancer than
Read MoreKmart Corp settles allegations
The United States Justice Department announced that Kmart Corp has agreed to pay $32.3 million to settle allegations that its
Read MoreCan you switch Medicare Advantage plans?
In Kim Lankford’s column, she answers a question if you’re unhappy with your Medicare Advantage plan that you signed up
Read MoreTexas reaches $25 billion deal with feds to extend funds to safety-net hospitals
(By Ayla Ellison for Becker’s Hospital Review) Top Texas leaders have entered an agreement with the federal government that extends
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