INSURASALES

CMS Alerts Medicare Providers to Rise in Fraudulent Fax-Based Medical Record Phishing

CMS warns Medicare providers of rising phishing scams via fraudulent fax requests for medical records falsely linked to audits. Providers urged to verify requests to protect patient data.

SHINE Program Aids Cape Cod Residents with Medicare Enrollment and Savings

The SHINE Program helps Cape Cod residents navigate Medicare enrollment, offering personalized guidance that leads to substantial healthcare savings and informed plan selection.

Medicare’s Fiscal Challenges Demand Strategic Reforms for Sustainability

Medicare faces growing financial challenges with rising costs and insolvency risks. Strategic reforms in funding, premiums, and Medicare Advantage are crucial for program sustainability and senior care access.

NY StateWide Highlights Medicare Doctor Spoofing Scam Targeting Seniors

New York StateWide Senior Action Council warns of Medicare fraud involving doctor spoofing calls targeting seniors, urging vigilance and reporting to curb $60B annual losses.

Medicare Fraud Prevention Week Emphasizes Beneficiary Vigilance

Medicare Fraud Prevention Week spotlights methods to reduce Medicare fraud and errors, with tips from the Senior Medicare Patrol to help beneficiaries monitor their claims effectively.

Walmart Launches Personalized Nutrition Program Targeting Medicare and Medicaid Customers

Walmart introduces a personalized nutrition and wellness program for Medicare and Medicaid users, leveraging data to enhance consumer health and challenge competitors like Costco.

Illinois Shifts Health Insurance Enrollment; Tax Credit Changes Loom

Illinois will switch healthcare enrollment to a state-based exchange this fall, with tax credit reductions and Medicare Advantage plan changes impacting consumers and carriers alike.

UnitedHealthcare's HouseCalls Program Advances In-Home Care in Medicare Advantage

UnitedHealthcare's HouseCalls program enhances Medicare Advantage with comprehensive in-home visits, reducing costs and improving outcomes. Explore how this model supports preventive care and chronic condition management for seniors.

Medicare Part A Fund Projected to Be Insolvent by 2033, Three Years Sooner Than Expected

The Medicare Part A Hospital Insurance Trust Fund is projected to be insolvent by 2033, accelerating concerns about Medicare's long-term financial sustainability amid rising healthcare costs and aging beneficiaries.

Medicare Coordination Issues Cause Coverage Gaps and Billing Challenges

Explore Medicare coordination complexities with employer health plans leading to denied claims and billing disputes, affecting coverage and patient finances in the U.S. insurance market.