Tag: Medicare

Medicare Data Shows Trends in Home Healthcare Use for Dementia Patients

Analysis of Medicare data reveals increased home healthcare use among dementia patients from 2010-2019, with a decline post-2020 linked to staffing shortages. Highlights coverage gaps and utilization trends.

Evolving Property Risks and Medication Management Propel Insurance Industry Adaptation

Explore how increasing catastrophic events and complex medication risks among elderly patients are reshaping property and health insurance strategies, with insights from Nationwide and Humana.

Medicare Fraud Costs $60 Billion Annually; RI Office Promotes Prevention

Medicare fraud imposes a $60 billion annual cost and risks to beneficiaries. Rhode Island's Senior Medicare Patrol leads education during Medicare Fraud Prevention Week to enhance fraud awareness and protection measures.

San Diego Man Pleads Guilty to $51M Medicare Durable Medical Equipment Fraud

Fernando Valenzuela Ayub pleaded guilty to a $51 million Medicare fraud scheme involving durable medical equipment. The case highlights key issues in Medicare billing and compliance.

CMS Updates Kidney Care Choices Model to Improve Cost Efficiency Through 2027

CMS revises Kidney Care Choices Model with new financial methods and incentives to balance rising costs and quality improvements, extending program through 2027.

Diabetes-Fueled Kidney Failure Crisis Drives Soaring Medicare Costs

Explore how rising diabetes-driven kidney failure is escalating Medicare costs and straining transplant resources, highlighting the need for early intervention and Medicaid's critical role.

Upcoming Medicare Changes in Domestic Policy Megabill Impact Coverage and Payments

The pending domestic policy bill proposes significant Medicare payment cuts, expanded HSA contributions post-Medicare enrollment, rural hospital classifications, and tightened eligibility rules, impacting coverage and payment structures.

True Heart Insurance Earns CMS Elite Plus Status for Enrollment Excellence

True Heart Insurance, led by Joshua Dixson, earns CMS Elite Plus status for enrolling 500+ consumers in qualified health plans, enhancing access and expertise in Greenville, SC.

House Passes Budget Bill with Largest Medicaid Cuts and Significant Tax Reforms

House Republicans pass budget bill enacting largest Medicaid cuts in U.S. history, adding tax breaks for the wealthy and increased immigration enforcement funding. Impact on healthcare premiums and federal deficit noted.

Medicare and Medicaid Funding Cuts Threaten Care for Aging U.S. Population

Explore the implications of proposed Medicare and Medicaid funding cuts on older adults and underserved communities, highlighting the role of nursing leaders and the aging U.S. population's healthcare needs.