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Breakthrough medical devices will now get insurance coverage in as little as two months instead of over a year, thanks to a new federal program launched this week. The change means patients could access life-saving heart valves, rhythm devices, and nerve stimulators far sooner.
Life-saving medical devices will reach patients up to 10 months faster thanks to a groundbreaking partnership between the FDA and Medicare. The new RAPID program could help 60 devices get immediate coverage approval.
Federal agencies just launched a new pathway to get breakthrough medical devices covered by Medicare faster. The program could help millions of seniors access life-changing technology sooner.
Federal regulators just launched a new pathway to get innovative medical devices covered by Medicare faster, potentially cutting years off the wait time for breakthrough treatments. The RAPID program aims to sync up safety reviews with coverage decisions so patients can access new technology sooner.
Federal investigators just suspended 447 fake hospice operations in Los Angeles, rescuing Medicare patients from fraudsters and saving taxpayers over $600 million. Real hospice advocates are finally getting backup in their fight to protect vulnerable patients.
A federal anti-fraud task force just suspended 447 hospices in Los Angeles suspected of defrauding taxpayers of more than $600 million. The crackdown marks a 539% increase in fraud investigations since early April, protecting healthcare dollars meant for honest patients.
More than 150 digital health companies just got the green light to help millions of Medicare patients manage chronic conditions like diabetes and depression. Most have never served Medicare patients before, marking a huge shift in how seniors access care.
Regional Australia is leading a surge in free doctor visits, with bulk-billing clinics nearly doubling in one year. The shift means more people in rural areas can now see a GP without paying upfront costs.
Nearly 5 million Americans with type 2 diabetes are spending less and staying healthier since Medicare capped insulin costs at $35 per month. The policy proves affordable medication saves lives and money.
Federal health officials are directing hospitals to ditch processed foods and serve patients real, nutritious meals that actually support healing. Celebrity chefs and medical leaders are proving it's possible, transforming hospital dining from packaged snacks to farm-fresh Mediterranean cuisine.
A federal anti-fraud task force has suspended 221 healthcare and hospice providers in Los Angeles in just two weeks, marking a major crackdown on Medicare and Medicaid scams. The effort has already led to arrests and helped recover over $50 million stolen from taxpayers.
A Duke surgeon is standing up for a million Americans who depend on specialized ostomy supplies after a new Medicare policy threatens their access to life-saving medical equipment. His advocacy is rallying support in Congress to protect patient-centered care.
Brenda Gordert spends hundreds of hours each year helping older adults navigate the confusing world of Medicare enrollment. Her calm, patient approach turns an overwhelming process into something manageable for seniors who need it most.
Almost a million Australians have unclaimed Medicare money waiting for them, with some owed more than $10,000. The simple fix? Adding bank details to myGov.
A new bipartisan bill aims to cap insulin costs at $35 per month for millions with private insurance, building on Medicare protections already in place. The legislation also tackles pharmacy middlemen and aims to boost competition for the life-saving drug. ##
A groundbreaking Medicare program will pay healthcare providers based on whether patients actually get healthier, not just for services delivered. Health tech company Cadence is among the first to join the experiment that could transform how chronic disease care works in America.
A groundbreaking study tracking over 100 million insurance records has uncovered a critical gap in cancer care that researchers say is entirely fixable. Oral cancer patients are getting less dental care than healthy adults, despite facing painful treatment side effects.
Good Samaritan in Hays, Kansas just earned a 5-star rating from Medicare, joining only 10% of nursing homes nationwide who achieve this recognition. The achievement reflects years of dedicated care from staff, medical providers, and community partners working together.
Australia just secured its largest ever public hospital funding agreement, tripling previous investment to ease pressure on an aging healthcare system. The five-year deal brings states and federal government together to strengthen care for millions.
Millions of Medicare patients will soon pay less for cancer treatments, diabetes medications, and other essential drugs thanks to new federal negotiations. The savings cover $27 billion in prescription spending across medicines that treat everything from chronic migraines to HIV.
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