The new action removes financial penalties tied to COVID-era staff vaccination disclosures and intends to protect medical decision-making. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced…
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HHS Secretary and CMS Administrator Commit to Prior Authorization Reforms
They announced major private-sector pledges to reduce delays and burdens in health coverage approvals. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Centers for Medicare…
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CEO Convicted in $1B Medicare Fraud Scheme Targeting Seniors and Veterans
The executive and co-conspirators used fake medical orders and illegal kickbacks to exploit federal healthcare programs A federal jury has convicted Gary Cox, 79, CEO of Power Mobility…
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House Budget Committee Moves “Big Beautiful Bill” to Floor for a Vote
Budget advances after the second vote held following renegotiations. The House Budget Committee finally approved President Donald Trump’s long-awaited “big, beautiful bill” on Sunday. Four of the majority…
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President Signs Memorandum to Stop Social Security Fraud
Social Security Administration updates security procedures to reduce fraud. President Donald Trump signed a memorandum on Tuesday barring illegals from receiving any benefits from Social Security. The order…
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House Censures Representative for Interrupting Presidential Address
Some members of Congressman Green’s own party cited the breach in protocol and propriety. On Thursday, the House of Representatives formally censured Representative Al Green of Texas after…
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HHS Declares Public Health Emergency in California Amid Wildfires
Federal resources mobilized to address health needs in Los Angeles County HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra has declared a Public Health Emergency (PHE) for California in response to the…
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Medicare Cost for 64 Drugs Decreases
The savings under the Inflation Reduction Act are anticipated to benefit 853,000 enrollees. Starting January 1, 2025, Medicare enrollees will see reduced coinsurance rates for 64 drugs under…
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CMS seeks to enhance Medicare Advantage and Part D programs, including coverage for anti-obesity medications. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently proposed updates to Medicare…
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Senate Majority Leader Advocates for Telehealth Medicare Funding
He calls telehealth a “lifeline, not a luxury” for elderly and rural communities. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York called for the continuation of Medicare’s telehealth…
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