A coordinated firefighting response improves wildfire control while rising health insurance premiums intensify calls for expanded Medicare coverage, impacting insurance underwriting and risk assessment.
Crowell & Moring expands its healthcare litigation practice with 16 partners from Reed Smith, enhancing nationwide legal services across managed care and healthcare law.
CMS 2026 outpatient rule proposes major changes including inpatient-only list elimination and expanded ambulatory surgery center procedures, impacting Medicare payment and compliance.
Aetna implements a new inpatient reimbursement policy for Medicare Advantage plans to streamline payments and align with CMS two-midnight rule, effective Nov 15, 2023.
Medicare remains stable amid upcoming Medicaid changes in 2026. Review benefits and prepare for Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment, Oct 15–Dec 7. Expert tips on plan adjustments and coverage details.
Explore how Medicare's 190-day inpatient psychiatric limit affects mental health care access and ongoing legislative efforts to eliminate this cap for improved treatment equity.
Discover essential resources and eligibility ages for senior discounts across dining, retail, travel, and entertainment sectors. Learn how U.S. seniors can maximize savings effectively.
A summary of STAT's health policy news coverage and subscription-based access, highlighting vaccine skepticism and Medicare's 60th anniversary within U.S. healthcare context.
Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander and colleagues urge CMS to halt the proposed expansion of prior authorization in Traditional Medicare, citing risks to patient care and administrative burdens.
Explore the 2026 Medicare Part D updates including premium increases, delayed enrollment penalties, and maximum out-of-pocket caps for prescription drugs, with insights into Medicare Advantage plan impacts.
