Tag: Medicare

Geographic and Sociodemographic Disparities in Epilepsy Incidence Among Older U.S. Adults

Study reveals geographic and sociodemographic factors driving epilepsy incidence among older U.S. adults, highlighting regional disparities and associated risk factors.

CMS Announces Significant 2027 Reductions on 15 High-Cost Medicare Drugs

CMS sets 2027 maximum fair prices for 15 high-cost Medicare drugs, cutting costs by up to 85% and saving $12 billion annually under Inflation Reduction Act measures.

CMS Launches ACCESS Payment Model to Enhance Tech-Enabled Care for Medicare Chronic Conditions

CMS introduces the ACCESS payment model to provide Medicare beneficiaries with chronic conditions greater access to technology-driven care, shifting from fee-for-service to outcome-based payments.

2026 Health Plan Satisfaction High Despite Premium Increases, AI Tools Rising

Survey finds 77% of Americans satisfied with 2026 health plans despite premium hikes; AI tools gain traction in insurance shopping.

Key Considerations for Medicare Advantage Plan Changes in 2025

Discover critical factors driving retirees to reconsider Medicare Advantage plans in 2025, including network constraints, pre-authorization challenges, and coverage gaps compared to traditional Medicare and Medigap options.

Geisinger Offers Medicare Advantage Info Sessions Ahead of Enrollment Deadline

Geisinger Health System hosts Medicare Advantage plan sessions to guide seniors before the Dec. 7 enrollment deadline. Geisinger Gold earns high CMS ratings with extensive network and member benefits.

Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Enhance Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Access for Seniors

The Increasing Medication Access for Seniors Act of 2025 proposes interest-free monthly payments for costly Medicare prescriptions, improving affordability and transparency in the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan.

Novo Nordisk Faces CMS Drug Price Cuts but New Indications Offer Growth Potential

Novo Nordisk's semaglutide drugs face significant Medicare price reductions under CMS negotiation rules starting 2027, but new indications could drive future revenue growth.

CMS Launches ACCESS Model to Transform Chronic Care with Outcomes-Based Payments

CMS announces the ACCESS Model, a 10-year initiative starting in 2026 to advance technology-supported, outcomes-based care for Medicare beneficiaries with chronic conditions, emphasizing performance-driven payments and regulatory compliance.

House Veterans’ Affairs Committee Debates Funding Approaches for Veterans Benefits and Healthcare

The House Veterans’ Affairs Committee reviews bills addressing funding for veterans benefits and healthcare, focusing on VA loan fees and Medicare Advantage reimbursements to reduce duplicative spending and improve care financing.