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health care access
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foxnews.comscience16 days ago
CMS Pauses New Medicare Hospice and Home Health Enrollments
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services paused new Medicare enrollments for hospice and home health agencies as part of an anti-fraud effort. Faris Flournoy, CEO of Flournoy Health Systems, said the restrictions could limit patient access while agreeing that bad actors exi…
Washington Examinerpolitics4 days ago
Trump Administration Considers Most Favored Nation Drug Pricing Policy
The proposal would link U.S. prescription drug prices to the lowest prices paid by foreign governments. A patient advocate argues the approach could reduce funding for pharmaceutical research and limit patient access to new medicines.
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Parent Describes Challenges in Pediatric Care for Child's Psychosis Episodes
A parent reports difficulties accessing effective treatment for their child's psychosis within the pediatric health care system. The family experiences referrals between multiple specialists without coordinated care. This account highlights gaps in support for mental health crise…
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Remote Area Medical Provides Free Clinics Amid State Licensing Barriers for Volunteer Providers
Remote Area Medical (RAM) operates pop-up clinics offering free medical, dental, and vision care to thousands of uninsured or underinsured Americans each year. State licensing laws restrict out-of-state volunteers, limiting the organization's capacity in many locations. Patients…