OIG Finds Medicare Overpaying for Continuous Glucose Monitors; Recommends Payment Cuts
OIG report identifies Medicare overpayments for continuous glucose monitors and urges CMS to reduce payment rates, highlighting potential savings.
OIG Audit Finds Medicare Overpayments for Optometry Services in Nursing Homes
A recent OIG audit identifies $4.7 million in Medicare overpayments to optometrists for nursing home services due to insufficient CMS review processes and billing controls. The report urges enhanced oversight and provider training to prevent future improper payments.
Iowa Insurance Division Alerts Beneficiaries to Medicare Scam Calls
Iowa Insurance Division warns Medicare beneficiaries of fraudulent calls requesting Social Security numbers, emphasizing legitimate plans do not require this for premium withholdings.
HHS Launches Medicare Pilot to Pay for Wearable Tech and Telehealth in Chronic Care
HHS introduces the ACCESS pilot to reimburse wearable tech and telehealth providers under Medicare for improving chronic care outcomes in seniors. New payment models aim to boost innovation in digital health.
Iowa Insurance Division Warns Medicare Scam Calls; Update on Safe Haven Act Infant Placement
The Iowa Insurance Division warns Medicare beneficiaries about scam calls requesting Social Security numbers, clarifying premium withholding procedures and highlighting Safe Haven Act infant placement updates.
Medicare Advantage Overpayment Cycle Challenges Sustainability and Beneficiary Care
Rising Medicare Advantage costs and marketing-driven enrollment cycles challenge Medicare program sustainability and beneficiary care quality. Policy reforms target overpayment and plan standardization.
Medicare Annual Fall Open Enrollment: Key Insights for 2026 Coverage Choices
Explore critical insights on Medicare's Fall Open Enrollment period, covering Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Part D plans, and enrollment resources for 2026.
CMS Launches ACCESS Model to Advance Technology-Supported Chronic Care in Medicare FFS
CMS introduces the ACCESS Model, a 10-year test of outcome-aligned payments to enhance technology-supported chronic disease management for Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries.
HHS-OIG Recommends FRI Refund $42,295 in Medicare Overpayments
HHS Office of Inspector General recommends FRI refund $42,295 in Medicare overpayments amid regulatory oversight under National Defense Authorization Act FY 2023.
Medicare Annual Enrollment Period Ends December 7: Key Insights for 2026 Coverage
The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period ends December 7, 2025. Learn key differences between AEP and MA OEP, plan change deadlines, and expert advice for 2026 coverage.