Physicians rally behind Medicare payment bill
(By Alan Condon and Andrew Cass for Becker’s Hospital Review) Several physician groups have voiced their support for a bill,
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How Does U.S. Life Expectancy Compare to Other Countries?
(Source – The Kaiser Family Foundation Published: Jan 31, 2025) Between 2019 and 2022, the U.S. experienced a sharper decline
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(Source – news.va.gov) When facing a life challenge, there are many possible avenues for support. I want you to know
Read MoreAetna, Centene, Blue Shield to launch ‘single payment’ primary care model in California
(By Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) Aetna, Blue Shield of California and Centene’s Health Net are launching a shared,
Read MoreMedicaid Financing: The Basics
(By Elizabeth Williams, Anna Mudumala, Robin Rudowitz, and Alice Burns for The Kaiser Family Foundation Published: Jan 29, 2025) Medicaid
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(By Rylee Wilson for Becker’s Hospital Review) Express Scripts, The Cigna Group’s pharmaceutical benefit manager, will implement new policies designed
Read MoreWhat are the Medicare Part D changes in 2025?
On July 30, 1965, when President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the bill that led to the creation of the Medicare
Read MoreUpcoming sign-in changes protect Veteran data
(Source – news.va.gov) Jan. 28 is Data Privacy Day, which marks the importance of safeguarding personal information online and preparing
Read MoreTrade groups urge pause on sweeping Medicare Advantage rules
(By Rylee Wilson for Becker’s Hospital Review) An organization representing Medicare Advantage insurers is asking CMS to pause any policy
Read MoreMedicare Advantage Insurers Made Nearly 50 Million Prior Authorization Determinations in 2023
(By Jeannie Fuglesten Biniek, Nolan Sroczynski, Meredith Freed, and Tricia Neuman for The Kaiser Family Foundation Published: Jan 28, 2025)
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