Tag: Medicare

NYC Mayoral Candidates Debate Privatized Medicare Plan for Municipal Retirees

New York City faces a policy debate as Mayor Adams pushes privatized Medicare Advantage plans for 250,000 municipal retirees, with opponents pledging to reverse the shift. Explore the insurance and market impacts of this change.

Medicare Regulatory Reforms and Their Impact on Provider Operations and Healthcare Administration

Examination of recent Medicare regulatory reforms focusing on provider payment models, health equity reporting requirements, and the administrative impact on healthcare providers and hospitals.

Medicare Part D Changes in 2025 Cap Oral Cancer Drug Costs and Introduce Payment Plan

In 2025, Medicare Part D caps oral cancer drug out-of-pocket costs at $2,000, introducing a monthly payment plan to aid affordability and adherence for beneficiaries.

Centene Q1 2025 Earnings Show Strong Growth and Strategic Expansion

Centene reports strong Q1 2025 financial results with earnings growth, expanded Medicaid and Medicare membership, and raised revenue guidance. Strategic contract renewals support its market expansion in government-sponsored healthcare programs.

NYC Retirees Challenge Shift to Medicare Advantage Plans

New York City municipal retirees oppose the city's plan to switch from traditional Medicare to Medicare Advantage plans, citing concerns over healthcare access and coverage delays. Legal and legislative efforts seek to preserve retirees' healthcare choice.

New York City Leaders Address Medicare Advantage Uncertainty for Retirees

Explore how New York City leaders and union advocates address retiree concerns over Medicare Advantage transitions and broader healthcare challenges amid policy uncertainties.

U.S. Medicare and Medicaid Fraud Debate: Focus Shifts from Patients to Providers

Examining fraud in U.S. Medicare and Medicaid: shifting focus from patient eligibility to provider and insurer fraudulent practices amid congressional budget cuts and regulatory challenges.

Agentic AI: Transforming U.S. Healthcare Operations Beyond Coverage Expansion

Explore how Agentic AI is revolutionizing healthcare operations by reducing administrative burdens and enhancing real-time decision-making across U.S. health plans and providers, amid rising costs and regulatory pressures.

2025 Retirement Confidence Survey Highlights Worries Over Social Security, Inflation

The 2025 Retirement Confidence Survey shows most retirees and workers feel confident about retirement finances but express concerns over Social Security, Medicare, and inflation impacts on savings.

CMS Strengthens Measures Against Healthcare Fraud and Abuse

CMS intensifies efforts to detect and prevent healthcare fraud, waste, and abuse in Medicare and Medicaid programs, encouraging stakeholder reporting to safeguard taxpayer funds.