Pew releases database of state Medicaid anti-fraud strategies
The Pew Charitable Trusts' Pew Center on the States launched a new database yesterday to serve as a…
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Got checks? Feds mark 30-day countdown to paperless benefit payments
In 30 days, all federal benefits will be paid electronically—no more paper checks. This includes Social Security, Supplemental…
News February 1CMS announces test sites for bundled payment program
More than 500 organizations will test-drive several new bundled-payment models this year to see how they might coordinate…
News January 31HHS translates healthcare insurance exchanges for clarity
The term “healthcare insurance exchange” (HIX) has been booted from official circles. Instead, the new official term is…
News January 31Durable Medical Equipment providers attract OIG’s fraud spotlight
The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ next big target during its crackdown on billing fraud might be…
News January 30Study: Poor quality sleep leads to memory loss in seniors
Older people often have a harder time getting a good night’s sleep, and the lack of quality rest…
News January 30LTC ombudsmen face challenges to autonomy
Ombudsmen have represented seniors and people with disabilities in the long-term care setting since 1972. However, this mission…
News January 29Senate committee compares international approaches to Alzheimer’s and dementia
A report released by the Senate Special Committee on Aging offered recommendation to address the growing problem of…
News January 29Most Americans oppose Medicare cuts, according to poll
While most Americans say that Washington should act quickly to bring down the deficit, there is little public…
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