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ForbesUnitedHealthcare to Cut Two-Thirds of Prior Approvals for Patients Under 18
UnitedHealthcare said it will remove two-thirds of authorization requirements for members under age 18 by the end of 2026. The change applies to commercial and Medicaid plans and covers many diagnostic services, routine procedures, and specialty care.
winnipegfreepress.comNewborns Face Increased Risk of Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding as Parents Decline Shots
Newborns who do not receive a vitamin K shot at birth are 81 times more likely to develop vitamin K deficiency bleeding, a condition that can cause brain hemorrhaging, seizures and death. Between 2017 and 2024, nearly 200,000 newborns did not receive the injection, a 77 percent i…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewDoctor Discusses Raising Son with Angelman Syndrome and Its Family Impact
A physician recounts experiences raising a child diagnosed with Angelman syndrome. The condition involves developmental delays and affects communication and movement. The doctor describes changes in family dynamics and his professional approach to patient care.