13 payers entering, exiting markets
(By Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review ) With the Medicare annual enrollment period quickly approaching, payers nationwide are greatly
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In gold-standard trial, invitation to colonoscopy reduced cancer incidence but not death
(By Angus Chen for ST A T) For decades, gastroenterologists put colonoscopies on a pedestal. If everyone would get the
Read MoreEnabling functional success for Veterans with amputations
(Source - news.va.gov) Overton Brooks VA treats more than 300 patients with major limb loss. Kinesiotherapist Russell Barmer’s passion is
Read MoreHow the biggest payers’ Medicare Advantage plans fared in CMS star ratings
(By Rylee Wilson for Becker’s Hospital Review ) Humana and UnitedHealthcare scored the highest median ratings of the nation’s six
Read MorePicking a good health insurance plan can be confusing. Here’s what to keep in mind
(By Andee Tagle for NPR) HMO, PPO, FSA – OMG! Open enrollment season is upon us, and it’s time to
Read MoreWhat you need know about VA benefits in the aftermath of Hurricanes Fiona and Ian
(Source - news.va.gov) Recent hurricanes have caused incredible destruction, leaving millions to grapple with the devastating impact and loss of
Read MoreMedicare Advantage premiums to decrease
(By Rylee Wilson for Becker’s Hospital Review ) Medicare Advantage premiums will decrease for 2023, CMS said Sept. 29, continuing
Read MoreFDA approves ALS drug from Amylyx, giving patients a much-needed treatment option
(By Damian Garde for ST A T) The Food and Drug Administration approved a new medicine for ALS from Amylyx
Read MorePharma-Funded FDA Gets Drugs Out Faster, But Some Work Only ‘Marginally’ and Most Are Pricey
(By Arthur Allen for Kaiser Health News) Dr. Steven-Huy Han, a UCLA liver specialist, has prescribed Ocaliva to a handful
Read MoreHow the PACT Act is Already Helping Veterans
(Source - news.va.gov) The PACT Act is a historic new law that will help VA provide health care and benefits
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