INSURASALES

Medicare LI NET Program Offers Temporary Drug Coverage for Low Income Beneficiaries

The Medicare LI NET program provides temporary prescription drug coverage without restrictions to low income beneficiaries not yet enrolled in a Part D plan, ensuring seamless access during the transition period.

Rodney Powell Named Top-Rated Medicare Agent in Texas for 2025

Rodney Powell, aka the Medicare Video Guy, earns top Medicare agent ranking in Texas for 2025, recognized for personalized Medicare Supplement, Advantage, and drug coverage guidance.

Michigan Health Market Review 2024 Highlights Medicaid Enrollment Decline and Hospital System Consolidation

The 2024 Michigan Health Market Review details Medicaid enrollment declines, growth in Medicare Advantage and individual plans, and hospital system consolidation impacting payer and provider finances.

Senators Propose Bill to Tighten Medicare Advantage Risk Adjustment, Curb Overpayments

Senators introduce bipartisan bill targeting Medicare Advantage overpayments by refining risk adjustment and supporting CMS audits to enhance program integrity and save Medicare billions.

Anthem Blue Cross and OhioHealth Secure Multi-Year Network Agreement in Ohio

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Ohio and OhioHealth finalize a multi-year network participation agreement ensuring uninterrupted access for members across all plan types, emphasizing value-based care metrics.

Medicare 2025 Trustees Report: Financial Outlook and Cost Drivers

A detailed analysis of the 2025 Medicare Trustees Report outlines financial projections and key cost drivers including Medicare Advantage's impact and reimbursement challenges.

HCA Florida Kendall Hospital Debuts Robot-Assisted Spinal Fusion Surgery

HCA Florida Kendall Hospital in Miami performed its first robot-assisted transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion led by neurosurgeon Michael Fromke, utilizing new robotic technology to enhance spinal surgery precision and outcomes.

Medicare Sequestration Cuts Triggered by 2026 Due to New Tax Bill

The recent Republican tax legislation will trigger automatic Medicare payment cuts starting in 2026 due to sequestration mandated by the Budget Control Act, impacting provider reimbursements through 2034.

Rhode Island AG Updates Medicare Advantage Info Amid Network Changes

Rhode Island Attorney General updates consumer resources on UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plan changes due to Brown University Health network removal and CMS special election period.

Rural Health Fund Faces Distribution Challenges Amid Hospital Classification Issues

States to apply September for $50B Rural Health Fund amid Medicare cuts; concerns over urban hospitals dual-classified as rural impacting fund allocation.