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Hospitals are fighting a Medicare payment fix that would save tax dollars

Medicare pays hospitals about double what it pays other providers for the same services. The hospital lobby is fighting hard to make sure a switch to "site-neutral payments" doesn't become law.

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Five Common Retirement Fears and How to Overcome Them

Are you ready for retirement but uncertain about what comes next? You’re not alone. Proactive planning can help ensure your path to a happy retirement.

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Georgia sues Biden administration over rejection of Medicaid work requirement program extension

The state of Georgia filed a federal lawsuit against the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on February 2, 2024, to obtain an extension on the state’s Medicaid program—currently the only state program in the country with a work requirement.

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Before You Retire, Consider These Five Questions

Thinking ahead about what you'll do, how you’ll withdraw from retirement accounts and how you’ll manage health care can save you time and money over the long term.

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Lawmakers’ retirements risk leaving doctor pay fix unfinished - Roll Call

Reps. Larry Bucshon, Michael C. Burgess and Brad Wenstrup have been vocal in pushing for changes to the way Medicare pays physicians.

Roll Call

Medicare and Moving: A Guide to Keeping Your Coverage

Your Medicare plan’s coverage area will determine if you need to make changes after a move.

Kiplinger

$550 for an MRI: Pensioner questions why there's no Medicare rebate

Pensioner slugged $550 for an MRI that found a liver lesion.

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Alarm over Trump allies' Medicare plot

Right-wingers want to make fraud-riddled Medicare Advantage "the default enrollment option"

Salon

Low income earners to benefit from Medicare levy change

The minimum income threshold at which taxpayers incur a two per cent Medicare levy will be lifted under laws before the federal parliament.

AAP

The 5 Pillars of Retirement Planning, From a Financial Planner

Planning in these five areas is required so you're covered on everything from taxes and health care expenses to what happens to your estate when you're gone.

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US Govt Sends Drugmakers Initial Offers In Price Talks

The US government said it was making initial offers to drugmakers Thursday as part of Medicare negotiations meant to lower the prices many older Americans would pay for 10 medicines.

International Business Times

'I'd worry if it was cancer': Pensioner furious at $365 fee for MRI scan

She was concerned the mass could be cancerous.

Newcastle Herald

Medicare makes opening bid to pharma companies in talks to lower drug costs

Biden administration says public health insurance program has made initial offers for 10 of most commonly used medicines

The Guardian - US

GP crisis: 'People are struggling to pay the gaps the government expects'

'The simple truth is, there's not enough GPs to see everybody.'

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New Zealand to be briefed on Aukus – as it happened

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‘Site-neutral’ hospital policy muddles health package progress - Roll Call

Proposals to restrict hospital billing rates in outpatient clinics divides lawmakers, with concerns about rural hospitals stalling progress.

AAP

Bulk billing bump welcomed but calls echo for reforms

An increase in bulk billing rates has been welcomed by patients and medical groups but those with chronic illnesses are warning more needs to be done.

The Guardian - AU

Medicare turns 40: is Australia’s ‘little green card’ keeping up with changing health needs?

Medicare’s universality under threat as chronic disease, mental illness and an aging population increase out-of-pocket costs, experts say

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Newcastle Herald

Albanese government declares bulk-billing rise, as Medicare turns 40

Bulk-billing rates can confuse, but government claims a win.

Newcastle Herald

Taking pressure off Australians the priority for 2024

Taking cost-of-living pressure off Australians the government's priority for 2024

Kiplinger

Breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s Research Give Cause for Optimism

Advances in Alzheimer’s research raise hopes of preventing and someday curing the senior plague.

AAP

GPs in 'most parlous state' since birth of Medicare

Mark Butler says GP clinics are in in their most parlous state since the beginning of Medicare, as the scheme prepares to mark 40 years in operation.

Roll Call

Merck, Johnson & Johnson CEOs agree to appear before Senate HELP - Roll Call

Two drug company CEOs have agreed to testify before the Senate HELP Committee on drug prices, avoiding a scheduled subpoena vote on Jan. 31.

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Don’t Let a Medicare Mistake Haunt Your Retirement

It’s vital to carefully consider your options so that you get the appropriate coverage for your specific needs.

Kiplinger

From Tax-Deferred to Tax-Free: Navigating Taxes in Retirement

Here are some considerations to keep in mind to help you spend less of your retirement savings and Social Security benefits on taxes.

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