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Bill to create new debt commission approved in House panel - Roll Call

The House Budget Committee advanced legislation that would create a bipartisan fiscal commission to curb the growth of federal debt.

Roll Call

Humana Stock Falls Ill On This Warning; UNH, CVS Catch Virus

Humana slashed its Q4 earnings outlook on higher medical costs and warned about weak Medicare Advantage enrollment.

Investors Business Daily

Data shows nursing home closure often linked to care issues - Roll Call

Staffing and reimbursement issues contribute to some nursing home closures, but quality, turnover and alternate living options also weigh in.

Roll Call

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Biden administration finalizes prior authorization changes - Roll Call

The rule would require government health plans to respond to non-urgent authorization requests no later than seven calendar days.

Roll Call

"Most Litigants Would Prefer Not to Have Their Medical Problems Published in the Public Records"

But that’s not adequate reason to allow them to litigate pseudonymously, a district court rules.

Reason

Affordable Care Act enrollment deadline is Tuesday. Don’t miss out on health care coverage in 2024

The ACA, also known as Obamacare, is far from perfect. But it continues to improve and could keep you from going broke in the event of a life-altering illness or injury.

Chicago Sun-Times

Medicare Advantage Enrollee Numbers Are Rising — Here's Why

Enrollment in Medicare Advantage plans has outpaced expectations, but people should use caution when viewing these plans, expert says.

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How to use Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment to switch plans or move into Traditional Medicare

This is a key year to think about making a switch due to trends in Medicare Advantage plans, rising prescription costs and Medicare itself.

Fortune

UnitedHealth Earnings Beat UNH Stock Tumbles: Here's Why

UnitedHealth earnings per share topped estimates, but high medical costs dampened the outlook for future earnings beats. UNH stock fell.

Investors Business Daily

Rural hospitals are caught in an aging-infrastructure conundrum

Small, community hospitals face challenges in paying for the capital improvement projects they need to stay open.

Fortune

Governor Haley accused of lying about retirement age plans!

Governor DeSantis and Governor Haley spar over Social Security and retirement age in a lively debate, with each accusing the other of lying. Who will voter...

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When to Expect Your First Social Security Check of 2024

The Social Security monthly payment schedule is based on your birthday.

Kiplinger

Do I really need supplemental insurance (Medigap) with Medicare?

Medicare Supplement Insurance, or Medigap, can fill some potentially pricey “gaps” in Medicare Part A and Part B

The Independent UK

Federal fix for rural hospitals gets few takers so far

Just 18 facilities were converted into Rural Emergency Hospitals so far. Advocates and lawmakers say tweaks to the law are needed to widen the reach and keep health care in rural communities.

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These Are The Most Expensive Places To See A Doctor In Australia & Cough Cough, We’re Poor

Tasmania is the most expensive place to go to the doctor, according to Cleanbill, as the healthcare directory finds bulk billing rates across Australia are plummeting.

Roll Call

Bucshon joins GOP members announcing retirement - Roll Call

Indiana GOP Rep. Larry Bucshon, a former cardiovascular surgeon who worked to overhaul insurance rules, won’t run for an eighth term.

The Guardian - AU

Rate of GPs bulk billing all patients in Australia drops to below one in four, data reveals

Cleanbill report reveals national rate of bulk billing dropped 11% last year to 23.6%, with 514 clinics removing the service

AAP

Fewer doctors offer bulk billing as consult costs rise

Fewer GPs offer bulk billing and people are paying more out of their own pocket despite government incentives targeting child patients and pensioners.

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The Canberra Times

The number of Canberra clinics offering bulk-billing to everyone drops

There has been a dramatic drop in bulk-billing across the nation.

Fortune

Older Americans say they feel trapped in Medicare Advantage plans

As the private plans’ share of the Medicare patient pie has ballooned to 30.8 million people, so too have concerns about the insurers’ aggressive sales tactics and misleading coverage claims.

International Business Times

Why Medicare Advantage Plans Continue To Deny Life-saving Ventilators To ALS Patients

Often referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease, ALS is an incurable disease that progressively weakens the muscles, robbing patients of voluntary movements like walking or talking. As the disease advances, many patients need a ventilator to breathe.

International Business Times

Carepool Is The Aging Population's Source For Medical Ride-Share Services

Founded in 2018 by Josh Massey, Carepool was born from the need to assist seniors and people with disabilities.

WEKU

Where the Republican presidential candidates stand on the economy

GOP presidential hopefuls know that the economy is an important issue — if not the top issue — for voters. That means it's a big talker on the campaign trail and a focus area for winning votes.

WEKU

Older Americans say they feel trapped in Medicare Advantage plans

As enrollment in Medicare Advantage plans grows, so do concerns about how well the insurance works, including from those who say they have become trapped in the private plans as their health declines.

Kiplinger

Insulin Now Available for $35 a Month for Many Americans

Insulin price caps from Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk and Sanofi take effect this month.

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