The Oklahoman By Meg Wingerter Oklahoma City — Oklahoma pediatricians are urging Congress to quickly reauthorize a health insurance program for children before it expires in September potentially costing the state $49 million. … States receive a federal block grant and have some latitude in running their CHIP programs, so long as they commit their […]
Insurance Business America By Ryan Smith The investigation is being undertaken by the Pomerantz Law Firm on behalf of investors in UnitedHealth Group. The law firm is examining the insurer after a CNN.com report alleged that state health officials in Florida removed thousands of sick children from Children’s Medical Services (CMS) – a part of […]
Austin American Statesman By Michael Williams First, there was hope for people in rural communities needing health care. As part of the Affordable Care Act, Medicaid was expanded in 31 states and the District of Columbia, offering new coverage to millions and renewed hope for rural hospitals struggling to remain financially viable — many serving […]
New America Media By Eric Licas ORANGE, Calif. — Lawmakers, medical professionals and other advocates for accessible health care say technology that allows providers to remotely see patients will dramatically improve the availability of medical services. … Removing language barriers allows for more efficient communication between doctors and patients that can lead to more effective […]
CNN Health By Elizabeth Cohen and Katherine Grise Like nearly half of all children in Florida, LJ is on Medicaid, which has several types of insurance plans. The state had switched LJ to a new plan, and his surgeons didn’t take it. … “These are the sickest and most vulnerable kids, and (changing their insurance) […]
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette By Doug Thompson The U.S. House has until the end of September to pass a budget, a debt ceiling increase and a bevy of bills important to Arkansas, said Rep. Steve Womack of Rogers. … “Over half of the kids in the state receive benefits” from the program, said Marquita Little, health programs […]
