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How Dr. Oz could change Medicare under President Trump

Dr. Mehmet Oz's nomination could reshape Medicare and Medicaid programs and impact millions of Americans' healthcare.

Trump chooses TV doctor Mehmet Oz to lead Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Dr. Mehmet Oz was appointed to oversee health insurance programs, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce waste in U.S. healthcare spending.

How Dr. Oz could change Medicare under President Trump

Dr. Mehmet Oz's nomination could reshape Medicare and Medicaid programs and impact millions of Americans' healthcare.

Trump chooses TV doctor Mehmet Oz to lead Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Dr. Mehmet Oz was appointed to oversee health insurance programs, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce waste in U.S. healthcare spending.
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#health-policy

Dr. Oz Has a Checkered Health Care Record: What to Know About Key Issues

Dr. Oz's nomination to head Medicare and Medicaid Services raises concerns about his influence on U.S. health care policy and potential spread of misinformation.

How Harris Plans to Tackle the Home Health Care Crisis Facing Older Adults

Vice President Harris's Medicare at Home plan aims to alleviate the long-term health care struggles of older adults and their caregivers.
The plan may support over 14.7 million Medicare enrollees by covering at-home aides and improving care worker wages.

How to use Medicare star ratings wisely during Open Enrollment

Understanding Medicare star ratings is crucial for selecting the best plans during Open Enrollment.
Many people overlook the importance of star ratings in their decision-making process.

Dr. Oz Has a Checkered Health Care Record: What to Know About Key Issues

Dr. Oz's nomination to head Medicare and Medicaid Services raises concerns about his influence on U.S. health care policy and potential spread of misinformation.

How Harris Plans to Tackle the Home Health Care Crisis Facing Older Adults

Vice President Harris's Medicare at Home plan aims to alleviate the long-term health care struggles of older adults and their caregivers.
The plan may support over 14.7 million Medicare enrollees by covering at-home aides and improving care worker wages.

How to use Medicare star ratings wisely during Open Enrollment

Understanding Medicare star ratings is crucial for selecting the best plans during Open Enrollment.
Many people overlook the importance of star ratings in their decision-making process.
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U.S. to Announce Prices for First Drugs Picked for Medicare Negotiations

The Biden administration is negotiating drug prices for Medicare, potentially saving seniors and taxpayers billions.

Biden to highlight health care cost achievements with New Hampshire visit

President Biden is highlighting healthcare savings for Medicare enrollees as part of his legacy, especially through the Inflation Reduction Act.

Biden and Harris to hold 1st joint event since he dropped out, touting lower drug costs

President Biden and VP Harris will emphasize their efforts to lower healthcare costs following Biden's endorsement of Harris for the Democratic ticket.

White House says deals struck to cut prices of popular Medicare drugs that cost $50 billion yearly

The Biden administration has negotiated lower prices for 10 high-cost Medicare drugs, potentially saving taxpayers and older Americans billions.

Biden Officials Stave Off Sticker Shock on Medicare Drug Premiums

Lower prescription drug premiums for seniors were announced to avoid higher costs before the presidential election.

Trump's plans to change healthcare could slash insurance for some low-income Americans and retirees

Trump's potential presidency could significantly impact healthcare for 45 million Americans, with promises to change the Affordable Care Act yet lacking specifics.

U.S. to Announce Prices for First Drugs Picked for Medicare Negotiations

The Biden administration is negotiating drug prices for Medicare, potentially saving seniors and taxpayers billions.

Biden to highlight health care cost achievements with New Hampshire visit

President Biden is highlighting healthcare savings for Medicare enrollees as part of his legacy, especially through the Inflation Reduction Act.

Biden and Harris to hold 1st joint event since he dropped out, touting lower drug costs

President Biden and VP Harris will emphasize their efforts to lower healthcare costs following Biden's endorsement of Harris for the Democratic ticket.

White House says deals struck to cut prices of popular Medicare drugs that cost $50 billion yearly

The Biden administration has negotiated lower prices for 10 high-cost Medicare drugs, potentially saving taxpayers and older Americans billions.

Biden Officials Stave Off Sticker Shock on Medicare Drug Premiums

Lower prescription drug premiums for seniors were announced to avoid higher costs before the presidential election.

Trump's plans to change healthcare could slash insurance for some low-income Americans and retirees

Trump's potential presidency could significantly impact healthcare for 45 million Americans, with promises to change the Affordable Care Act yet lacking specifics.
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Big Changes Are Coming to Medicare in 2025

Medicare alone may not suffice for seniors; evaluating additional options is crucial.

Medicare Part B is getting more expensive and outpacing inflation. Here's what you can expect to pay in 2025

Medicare Part B premiums and deductibles will see significant increases in 2025, impacting beneficiaries' financial planning.

Medicare coverage will change in 2025. Some boomers are already struggling to keep up with their medical bills.

Medicare changes in 2025 are expected to increase costs and limit options for older Americans, impacting their healthcare accessibility.

Medicare open enrollment starts Oct. 15. Here's what to know

Medicare's fall open enrollment is essential for beneficiaries to ensure they have the best health plan for their medical needs.

Shopping for a 2025 Medigap policy? There may be some good news for you

Medicare beneficiaries switching to Medigap can face obstacles due to pre-existing conditions, but termination of their Medicare Advantage plans guarantees acceptance for Medigap.

Medicare Part C Is Misunderstood, Here Are The Facts

Medicare Advantage offers expanded coverage at an additional cost, enhancing standard Medicare benefits.

Big Changes Are Coming to Medicare in 2025

Medicare alone may not suffice for seniors; evaluating additional options is crucial.

Medicare Part B is getting more expensive and outpacing inflation. Here's what you can expect to pay in 2025

Medicare Part B premiums and deductibles will see significant increases in 2025, impacting beneficiaries' financial planning.

Medicare coverage will change in 2025. Some boomers are already struggling to keep up with their medical bills.

Medicare changes in 2025 are expected to increase costs and limit options for older Americans, impacting their healthcare accessibility.

Medicare open enrollment starts Oct. 15. Here's what to know

Medicare's fall open enrollment is essential for beneficiaries to ensure they have the best health plan for their medical needs.

Shopping for a 2025 Medigap policy? There may be some good news for you

Medicare beneficiaries switching to Medigap can face obstacles due to pre-existing conditions, but termination of their Medicare Advantage plans guarantees acceptance for Medigap.

Medicare Part C Is Misunderstood, Here Are The Facts

Medicare Advantage offers expanded coverage at an additional cost, enhancing standard Medicare benefits.
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Medicare drug price negotiations: Here's a savings breakdown

Medicare recipients will save $1.5 billion on medication costs starting in 2026 through negotiated drug prices.

Biden administration announces prices for 10 drugs in Medicare negotiations that will save $6 billion

Medicare's new drug price negotiations will provide significant savings for older adults, impacting 10 commonly used and expensive medications.

Drugs to treat diabetes, heart disease and blood cancers among those affected by price negotiations

Medicare negotiation will save recipients $1.5 billion on medications starting in 2026.

Medicare costs significantly lowered on popular prescription drugs for cancer, diabetes, heart disease and arthritis

Medicare drug negotiations will significantly lower the cost of 10 high-cost drugs for enrollees, saving billions in coming years.

Pharma Companies' Challenge to Inflation Reduction Act Heats Up

The IRA aims to lower drug prices but faces constitutional challenges from pharmaceutical companies over pricing and First and Fifth Amendment rights.

Medicare drug price negotiations will save Americans billions, but some concerns remain

The Biden administration announced significant drug price negotiations under Medicare, but actual savings and system impact may take time to realize.

Medicare drug price negotiations: Here's a savings breakdown

Medicare recipients will save $1.5 billion on medication costs starting in 2026 through negotiated drug prices.

Biden administration announces prices for 10 drugs in Medicare negotiations that will save $6 billion

Medicare's new drug price negotiations will provide significant savings for older adults, impacting 10 commonly used and expensive medications.

Drugs to treat diabetes, heart disease and blood cancers among those affected by price negotiations

Medicare negotiation will save recipients $1.5 billion on medications starting in 2026.

Medicare costs significantly lowered on popular prescription drugs for cancer, diabetes, heart disease and arthritis

Medicare drug negotiations will significantly lower the cost of 10 high-cost drugs for enrollees, saving billions in coming years.

Pharma Companies' Challenge to Inflation Reduction Act Heats Up

The IRA aims to lower drug prices but faces constitutional challenges from pharmaceutical companies over pricing and First and Fifth Amendment rights.

Medicare drug price negotiations will save Americans billions, but some concerns remain

The Biden administration announced significant drug price negotiations under Medicare, but actual savings and system impact may take time to realize.
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Harris Has a Plan For 'Medicare At Home,' While Republicans Want to 'Blowtorch' the ACA

The proposal to cover home care for the elderly under Medicare deserves more attention and debate in the presidential campaign.

I'm 65 and Need Medicare. Should I Claim Social Security, Too?

Older Americans should understand that fall open enrollment is for current participants and not for initial Medicare sign-ups.

Harris Has a Plan For 'Medicare At Home,' While Republicans Want to 'Blowtorch' the ACA

The proposal to cover home care for the elderly under Medicare deserves more attention and debate in the presidential campaign.

I'm 65 and Need Medicare. Should I Claim Social Security, Too?

Older Americans should understand that fall open enrollment is for current participants and not for initial Medicare sign-ups.
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#healthcare-policy

Biden and Harris celebrate landmark deal to lower medication prices

Biden and Harris positioned themselves as advocates for seniors, emphasizing the landmark deal to lower prescription drug costs and overcoming pharmaceutical industry obstacles.

For pharma, Trump vs. Harris is a showdown between two industry foes

Both Trump and Harris agree on the need for government action to reduce high drug prices in the U.S.

Here's where Harris and Trump stand on three big health care issues

The upcoming election could dramatically influence healthcare policy affecting millions of Americans.
Two-thirds of Americans believe healthcare deserves more focus in the election discussions.

Election outcome could bring big changes to Medicare

The future of Medicare hangs in the balance as Trump and Harris clash over different visions for the program's structure and funding.

Trump's win could accelerate the privatization of Medicare

Trump's return could drastically privatize Medicare, increasing reliance on Medicare Advantage plans.

Harris' home-health-care proposal is nothing but a cynical ploy to win votes with false hope

Harris's Medicare home-health-care proposal has unrealistic cost estimates and financial implications given Medicare's impending bankruptcy.

Biden and Harris celebrate landmark deal to lower medication prices

Biden and Harris positioned themselves as advocates for seniors, emphasizing the landmark deal to lower prescription drug costs and overcoming pharmaceutical industry obstacles.

For pharma, Trump vs. Harris is a showdown between two industry foes

Both Trump and Harris agree on the need for government action to reduce high drug prices in the U.S.

Here's where Harris and Trump stand on three big health care issues

The upcoming election could dramatically influence healthcare policy affecting millions of Americans.
Two-thirds of Americans believe healthcare deserves more focus in the election discussions.

Election outcome could bring big changes to Medicare

The future of Medicare hangs in the balance as Trump and Harris clash over different visions for the program's structure and funding.

Trump's win could accelerate the privatization of Medicare

Trump's return could drastically privatize Medicare, increasing reliance on Medicare Advantage plans.

Harris' home-health-care proposal is nothing but a cynical ploy to win votes with false hope

Harris's Medicare home-health-care proposal has unrealistic cost estimates and financial implications given Medicare's impending bankruptcy.
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Health care: What a 2nd Trump term may look with issues like ACA, abortion, RFK. Jr's involvement

Trump's return to the presidency could lead to significant changes in health care policies, particularly regarding the ACA and Medicare.

With Medicare, Harris Sees a Potential Last-Minute Appeal to Voters

Vice President Harris proposed Medicare coverage for home health care to engage older voters and their families during the presidential campaign.

How Harris and Trump's stances on Medicare compare for 2024

Medicare's future and proposed expansions are key topics in the 2024 presidential election, highlighted by both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.

How Medicare could change under a Trump or Harris presidency

The outcome of the 2024 election could significantly influence Medicare's future, depending on the elected candidates' health care philosophies.

Health care: What a 2nd Trump term may look with issues like ACA, abortion, RFK. Jr's involvement

Trump's return to the presidency could lead to significant changes in health care policies, particularly regarding the ACA and Medicare.

With Medicare, Harris Sees a Potential Last-Minute Appeal to Voters

Vice President Harris proposed Medicare coverage for home health care to engage older voters and their families during the presidential campaign.

How Harris and Trump's stances on Medicare compare for 2024

Medicare's future and proposed expansions are key topics in the 2024 presidential election, highlighted by both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.

How Medicare could change under a Trump or Harris presidency

The outcome of the 2024 election could significantly influence Medicare's future, depending on the elected candidates' health care philosophies.
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#prescription-drugs

Your guide to the presidential candidates' views on health care

Health care costs are central in the presidential campaign, shaping the candidates' contrasting approaches to Medicare and drug pricing.

Biden, Harris hail lower Medicare drug prices and each other DW 08/15/2024

Biden and Harris highlight Medicare drug price reductions while showcasing their political camaraderie and mutual support as they gear up for the election.

Why the Biden-Harris administration's successful medication price negotiations matter

The Biden administration's negotiation of prescription drug prices marks a major victory for Medicare and aims to relieve financial burdens on millions.

Capped U.S. prescription drug prices are still double that of other wealthy countries. Here's why

U.S. negotiated drug prices are significantly higher than in other wealthy nations, revealing systemic issues in the healthcare pricing model.

Medicare drug plans are getting better next year. Some will also cost more.

The Inflation Reduction Act will cap out-of-pocket medication costs for Medicare beneficiaries at $2,000 in 2025, providing significant financial relief.

It's Time to Shop for Medicare, and 2025 Brings Big Changes

Medicare's prescription drug coverage will significantly enhance in 2024 due to the Inflation Reduction Act, necessitating re-evaluation of insurance plans.

Your guide to the presidential candidates' views on health care

Health care costs are central in the presidential campaign, shaping the candidates' contrasting approaches to Medicare and drug pricing.

Biden, Harris hail lower Medicare drug prices and each other DW 08/15/2024

Biden and Harris highlight Medicare drug price reductions while showcasing their political camaraderie and mutual support as they gear up for the election.

Why the Biden-Harris administration's successful medication price negotiations matter

The Biden administration's negotiation of prescription drug prices marks a major victory for Medicare and aims to relieve financial burdens on millions.

Capped U.S. prescription drug prices are still double that of other wealthy countries. Here's why

U.S. negotiated drug prices are significantly higher than in other wealthy nations, revealing systemic issues in the healthcare pricing model.

Medicare drug plans are getting better next year. Some will also cost more.

The Inflation Reduction Act will cap out-of-pocket medication costs for Medicare beneficiaries at $2,000 in 2025, providing significant financial relief.

It's Time to Shop for Medicare, and 2025 Brings Big Changes

Medicare's prescription drug coverage will significantly enhance in 2024 due to the Inflation Reduction Act, necessitating re-evaluation of insurance plans.
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Trump Ad Claims Harris Will Doom Medicare'

Trump's campaign is heavily targeting Medicare issues in key states, spending over $9.6 million on the ad 'Doom Medicare'.
The advertisement employs emotionally charged visuals and claims to criticize Kamala Harris's impact on seniors' welfare.

Social Security 2025: We Know the COLA Number, But Here Is the Real Increase Next Year

The expected COLA increase for 2025 is 2.5%, the smallest in the last three years, potentially disappointing seniors.

What does Medicare Part B cover? Here's everything you need to know about its benefits and costs

Medicare Part B provides extensive health benefits but has strict enrollment rules and penalties for delayed signup.

Trump Ad Claims Harris Will Doom Medicare'

Trump's campaign is heavily targeting Medicare issues in key states, spending over $9.6 million on the ad 'Doom Medicare'.
The advertisement employs emotionally charged visuals and claims to criticize Kamala Harris's impact on seniors' welfare.

Social Security 2025: We Know the COLA Number, But Here Is the Real Increase Next Year

The expected COLA increase for 2025 is 2.5%, the smallest in the last three years, potentially disappointing seniors.

What does Medicare Part B cover? Here's everything you need to know about its benefits and costs

Medicare Part B provides extensive health benefits but has strict enrollment rules and penalties for delayed signup.
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Contractor pays $300k to settle Medicare data breach

AFDS will pay $306,722 to settle claims of cyber security violations affecting Medicare beneficiaries' data.
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Costly mistakes to avoid when choosing a Medicare Advantage plan

Critically evaluate Medicare plans during open enrollment to avoid unnecessary costs.
Don't rely solely on automatic renewals; assess your current healthcare needs.
Read the Annual Notice of Change to stay informed about your plan.
Consider more than just premiums; analyze co-pays and deductibles for a full picture.

How to make smart Medicare Open Enrollment choices for 2025

2024 is a crucial year for Medicare beneficiaries to carefully evaluate their coverage during Open Enrollment.
Significant changes to Medicare plans starting in 2025 make it essential to stay informed and compare options regularly.

Costly mistakes to avoid when choosing a Medicare Advantage plan

Critically evaluate Medicare plans during open enrollment to avoid unnecessary costs.
Don't rely solely on automatic renewals; assess your current healthcare needs.
Read the Annual Notice of Change to stay informed about your plan.
Consider more than just premiums; analyze co-pays and deductibles for a full picture.

How to make smart Medicare Open Enrollment choices for 2025

2024 is a crucial year for Medicare beneficiaries to carefully evaluate their coverage during Open Enrollment.
Significant changes to Medicare plans starting in 2025 make it essential to stay informed and compare options regularly.
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Kamala Harris' $500B home care election bribe and her faulty math

Kamala Harris proposed a historic Medicare at Home benefit, emphasizing the need for home care funding amidst an aging population.

What is Medicare tax and and who pays it? Experts explain

Medicare funding comes from a combination of taxes and premiums, totaling $1 trillion in 2023 for over 67 million beneficiaries.

Kamala Harris' $500B home care election bribe and her faulty math

Kamala Harris proposed a historic Medicare at Home benefit, emphasizing the need for home care funding amidst an aging population.

What is Medicare tax and and who pays it? Experts explain

Medicare funding comes from a combination of taxes and premiums, totaling $1 trillion in 2023 for over 67 million beneficiaries.
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#home-health-care

Harris Proposes a Medicare Plan to Provide Home Care for Seniors

Vice President Harris proposed expanding Medicare to provide essential support for the sandwich generation caring for aging parents.

Harris Proposes Medicare Benefits for Home Care, Vision and Hearing

Kamala Harris proposed a Medicare expansion plan to support the sandwich generation in caring for aging parents and children.

Harris Proposes a Medicare Plan to Provide Home Care for Seniors

Vice President Harris proposed expanding Medicare to provide essential support for the sandwich generation caring for aging parents.

Harris Proposes Medicare Benefits for Home Care, Vision and Hearing

Kamala Harris proposed a Medicare expansion plan to support the sandwich generation in caring for aging parents and children.
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#social-security

Opinion | What Kind of Country Do You Want? Start With Taxes.

The 2024 election brings a critical debate on extending Trump's tax cuts with significant implications for public policy priorities and programs like Social Security and Medicare.

5 Government Benefits Even Retired Millionaires Still Qualify For

Even millionaires can access government benefits like Medicare and Social Security regardless of their wealth.

American Taxpayer Abroad: U.S. Social Security, What You Need To Know

Understanding U.S. Social Security and Medicare taxation is essential for expatriates, impacting those who are self-employed or working for U.S. companies overseas.

Critics Say GOP's Budget Blueprint Is a Thinly Veiled Ploy to Slash Key Programs

The GOP budget proposal includes potential cuts to Social Security and Medicare.
House Republicans are focusing on Medicaid work requirements and a fiscal commission for key programs.

Social Security 2025: The Good and Bad News Regarding Next Years COLA Increase

The 2025 COLA increase raises Social Security payments to help beneficiaries keep up with inflation, but it may also lead to increased medical costs and taxes.

Medicare and Social Security go-broke dates are pushed back in a 'measure of good news'

Pushed back go-broke dates for Medicare and Social Security due to economic improvements.

Opinion | What Kind of Country Do You Want? Start With Taxes.

The 2024 election brings a critical debate on extending Trump's tax cuts with significant implications for public policy priorities and programs like Social Security and Medicare.

5 Government Benefits Even Retired Millionaires Still Qualify For

Even millionaires can access government benefits like Medicare and Social Security regardless of their wealth.

American Taxpayer Abroad: U.S. Social Security, What You Need To Know

Understanding U.S. Social Security and Medicare taxation is essential for expatriates, impacting those who are self-employed or working for U.S. companies overseas.

Critics Say GOP's Budget Blueprint Is a Thinly Veiled Ploy to Slash Key Programs

The GOP budget proposal includes potential cuts to Social Security and Medicare.
House Republicans are focusing on Medicaid work requirements and a fiscal commission for key programs.

Social Security 2025: The Good and Bad News Regarding Next Years COLA Increase

The 2025 COLA increase raises Social Security payments to help beneficiaries keep up with inflation, but it may also lead to increased medical costs and taxes.

Medicare and Social Security go-broke dates are pushed back in a 'measure of good news'

Pushed back go-broke dates for Medicare and Social Security due to economic improvements.
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#health-care

Protecting Medicare a top concern for more than half of Americans in 2024 presidential election

Protecting Medicare and reducing health care costs are pivotal issues for American voters in the upcoming presidential election.

Kaiser Permanente Northern California recognized for health plans

Kaiser Permanente Northern California achieved top ratings for Medicare and commercial health plans, highlighting its commitment to quality care and patient satisfaction.

Protecting Medicare a top concern for more than half of Americans in 2024 presidential election

Protecting Medicare and reducing health care costs are pivotal issues for American voters in the upcoming presidential election.

Kaiser Permanente Northern California recognized for health plans

Kaiser Permanente Northern California achieved top ratings for Medicare and commercial health plans, highlighting its commitment to quality care and patient satisfaction.
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#medicaid

Who is eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid? These are the requirements

Healthcare expenses increase with age; individuals over 65 spent $22,356 in 2020, 2.5 times more than younger adults.

Acadia Hospitals Reach $20 Million Settlement With Justice Dept.

Acadia Healthcare will pay $20 million to settle allegations of defrauding Medicare and Medicaid, amid claims of inadequate patient care and wrongful admissions.

Vulnerable Americans are stuck in a Medicare-Medicaid maze. Is a fix in sight?

Challenges faced by individuals qualifying for both Medicare and Medicaid in accessing healthcare.
Introduction of the DUALS Act of 2024 by a group of bipartisan U.S. Senators to address inefficiencies in the system.

Mental health care is hard to find, especially for people with Medicare or Medicaid

Access to mental health care in the U.S. is limited, especially for vulnerable populations.
Medicare and Medicaid face a dire shortage of mental health care providers.

Who is eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid? These are the requirements

Healthcare expenses increase with age; individuals over 65 spent $22,356 in 2020, 2.5 times more than younger adults.

Acadia Hospitals Reach $20 Million Settlement With Justice Dept.

Acadia Healthcare will pay $20 million to settle allegations of defrauding Medicare and Medicaid, amid claims of inadequate patient care and wrongful admissions.

Vulnerable Americans are stuck in a Medicare-Medicaid maze. Is a fix in sight?

Challenges faced by individuals qualifying for both Medicare and Medicaid in accessing healthcare.
Introduction of the DUALS Act of 2024 by a group of bipartisan U.S. Senators to address inefficiencies in the system.

Mental health care is hard to find, especially for people with Medicare or Medicaid

Access to mental health care in the U.S. is limited, especially for vulnerable populations.
Medicare and Medicaid face a dire shortage of mental health care providers.
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An out-of-warranty battery almost left this paralyzed man's exoskeleton useless

Medicare now covers personal exoskeletons for eligible individuals, allowing for device replacements and enhancing mobility.
#retirement-planning

Jill On Money: Health care in retirement

The 2024 Medicare Trustees Report shows improved financial outlook despite structural challenges; resources will last until 2036.

I'm 63 and want to retire soon, but I'm confused about Medicare - what will it cost me?

David is concerned about transitioning to Medicare as he prepares for retirement.

Jill On Money: Health care in retirement

The 2024 Medicare Trustees Report shows improved financial outlook despite structural challenges; resources will last until 2036.

I'm 63 and want to retire soon, but I'm confused about Medicare - what will it cost me?

David is concerned about transitioning to Medicare as he prepares for retirement.
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Medicare and gym memberships: Here's what's covered and what's not

Many older Americans are not meeting physical activity recommendations set by the CDC.
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Medicare negotiated drug prices for the first time. Here's what it got

The White House will announce lower Medicare prices for 10 drugs, saving Medicare and beneficiaries billions as part of recent negotiations.

Biden's prescription drugs cap will save seniors more than $1,000 yearly starting in 2025, study finds

Caps on prescription drug out-of-pocket costs in Medicare will save over 1 million seniors more than $1,000 annually starting in 2025.

Big Pharma Exploited Patent Laws to Keep Medicare Drug Prices High, Report Finds

Pharmaceutical companies exploit patent laws to keep medication prices high for patients despite public funding for drug development.

Medicare negotiated drug prices for the first time. Here's what it got

The White House will announce lower Medicare prices for 10 drugs, saving Medicare and beneficiaries billions as part of recent negotiations.

Biden's prescription drugs cap will save seniors more than $1,000 yearly starting in 2025, study finds

Caps on prescription drug out-of-pocket costs in Medicare will save over 1 million seniors more than $1,000 annually starting in 2025.

Big Pharma Exploited Patent Laws to Keep Medicare Drug Prices High, Report Finds

Pharmaceutical companies exploit patent laws to keep medication prices high for patients despite public funding for drug development.
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#biden-administration

A Biden-Harris Lovefest

Biden and Harris celebrated significant Medicare drug cost reductions, showcasing a rare victory for Democrats amidst ongoing challenges in the Senate.

2026 Prices for Drugs That Are Subject to Negotiations

The Biden administration has negotiated lower maximum prices for 10 common medications under Medicare.

U.S. Unveils Price Limits for 10 Costly or Common Medications

The Biden administration's drug price negotiations aim to save Medicare billions and reduce costs for older Americans starting in 2026.

A Biden-Harris Lovefest

Biden and Harris celebrated significant Medicare drug cost reductions, showcasing a rare victory for Democrats amidst ongoing challenges in the Senate.

2026 Prices for Drugs That Are Subject to Negotiations

The Biden administration has negotiated lower maximum prices for 10 common medications under Medicare.

U.S. Unveils Price Limits for 10 Costly or Common Medications

The Biden administration's drug price negotiations aim to save Medicare billions and reduce costs for older Americans starting in 2026.
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California tries but fails to fix a major Medicare loophole for seniors

Seniors face a crucial decision when choosing between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans, where the trade-off lies between predictability and flexibility in healthcare coverage.

Medicare has a new pilot program to help people with dementia. Here's how it works

GUIDE Model offers free caregiving navigators for dementia patients and their caregivers, filling a critical gap in Medicare services.
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Medicare's push to improve chronic care attracts businesses, but not many doctors

Medicare offers Chronic Care Management for patients with multiple chronic conditions, yet program participation remains low.

Sen. Bernie Sanders launches Senate investigation into 'high' pricing of Ozempic, Wegovy

Sen. Bernie Sanders investigating high drug prices for Ozempic and Wegovy.

Medicare's push to improve chronic care attracts businesses, but not many doctors

Medicare offers Chronic Care Management for patients with multiple chronic conditions, yet program participation remains low.

Sen. Bernie Sanders launches Senate investigation into 'high' pricing of Ozempic, Wegovy

Sen. Bernie Sanders investigating high drug prices for Ozempic and Wegovy.
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Medicare Will Start Paying for Wegovy

Medicare may cover weight-loss drug Wegovy for select members with heart disease history
Wegovy assists in weight loss and reduces cardiovascular risk by around 20%
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