MedPAC Proposes Inflation Tie for Physician Pay Updates
MedPAC recommends linking physician pay updates to inflation, emphasizing the unsustainability of current Medicare reimbursements. ACR and AMA support timely action.
St. Joseph’s Ambulance Service to Cease Operations Due to Financial Strain
St. Joseph’s Ambulance Service in Parkersburg announces its closure due to financial issues with Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements, affecting local EMS coverage.
CenterWell and Icon Health Transform Senior Musculoskeletal Care
CenterWell and Icon Health collaborate to enhance musculoskeletal care for seniors, offering integrated in-person and virtual services in Palm Beach County.
Understanding Medicare Costs in Retirement
Explore the critical costs associated with Medicare and healthcare in retirement. Learn from Suze Orman's essential advice for managing expenses effectively.
Rural Hospitals Face Closure Risk Due to Low Reimbursement Rates
The report highlights the risk of closure for rural hospitals due to low reimbursement rates, urging legislative changes to improve their financial stability.
MedPAC Reports $84 Billion Medicare Advantage Cost Overrun
MedPAC estimates that Medicare Advantage costs will exceed traditional Medicare by $84 billion, affecting future healthcare policy.
Cigna Group to Sell Medicare Businesses to HCSC for $3.7 Billion
Cigna Group sells Medicare businesses to Health Care Service Corp. for $3.7 billion, expanding its healthcare services portfolio.
CMS Terminates Medicare Models to Save $750 Million
CMS has ended four Medicare payment models to refocus on effective value-based care and save $750 million.
Medicare Coverage for Wegovy: What's the Latest Update?
Learn about Medicare's coverage of Wegovy for weight loss and cardiovascular risk.
Study Finds Medicare Patients with Cancer Often Receive Aggressive Treatments
A study reveals that advanced cancer patients on Medicare often receive aggressive treatments over supportive care, raising concerns about patient care priorities.