Latest KFF Health News Stories
The Washington Post reports on a new board created by the health overhaul: the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute’s board.
CVS Agrees To Record Fine To Settle Meth Suit
The CVS retail pharmacy chain agreed Thursday to pay a record fine to settle a civil case brought by federal prosecutors who said the company had allowed criminals to buy large amounts of methamphetamine ingredients over the counter.
Electronic Medical Records Aid Reporting Of Drug Problems, Study Finds
The Wall Street Journal reports that a recent small study finds that reporting of prescription side effects increases when doctors are using computerized patient records.
Malpractice Claims Against Hospitals Pick Up
A recent report finds that the pace of malpractice claims against hospitals has picked up.
FDA Plans To Revoke Knee Implant Approval Following Intense Political Pressure For Its Approval
The move comes after an unprecendented yearlong review found that agency officials had repeatedly warned against approving the product and that members of Congress had pushed for approval.
Suit Against Health Law Will Move To Trial After Florida Judge’s Ruling
Judge Roger Vinson ruled that two of six counts, those about the individual mandate and the Medicaid expansion, can go to trial.
CDC: Hispanics More Likely To Have HIV Than Whites, But Live Longer
The CDC has new numbers pointing to racial disparities and HIV/AIDS, but also some surprising findings about Hispanics.
United Health Proposes Managed-Care Plan For Those Who Get Both Medicare And Medicaid
UnitedHealth is proposing a managed-care plan for dual recipients of Medicare and Medicaid.
Report: Fewer People Than Expected Chose COBRA Subsidy
Fewer people than expected chose to use a COBRA subsidy offered by the federal government, according to an analysis by the Employee Benefit Research Institute, The New York Times reports.
Abortion, Health Law Heat Up Campaign Debates Around The Country
In the race for California’s Senate seat, a sharp difference on abortion rights emerged as other Republican candidates vowed to “repeal and replace” the health law if elected.
First Edition: October 15, 2010
Today’s top stories from major news organizations report on the effort by 20 states to challenge the federal health law, a new federal panel to inform consumers about health care options and the struggle to pay for cancer care.
‘Largest Medicare Fraud Scheme’ Busted
Dozens of people were arrested for defrauding Medicare of more than $35 million; they are linked to an Armenian organized crime group.
State News: Wash. Adults Could Lose Medicaid Coverage For Prescriptions, Michigan Restores Services
States address a range of health policy issues.
HHS Limits, But Can’t Eliminate, Child-Only Policy Double-Standards
HHS acknowledged that, at least in some states, health insurers can charge more for sicker children than for health children.
IOM Report: Food Nutrition Labels Should Be Simple, On Front
The food industry should provide simple, clearly-worded nutrition information on the front of food packages, according to a new report from the Institute of Medicine.
More Minorities Attending American Medical Schools
News outlets report on issues affecting the doctor workforce, including increased diversity at medical schools and questions about whether rural doctors will qualify for the Medicare payment bonus for primary care physicians.
Kaiser Health News presents a variety of opinions from other news outlets.
Study Finds Vaccination Rates In Decline For Children Covered By Private Health Plans
National Committee for Quality Assurance finds that vaccination rates fall for privately insured children while rising slightly for those in Medicaid.
Officials Address Several Drug Issues Including Medical Risks, Proper Disposal Of Unused Medicine
Federal and state officials address several drug issues including the risks associated with bone-strengthening drugs and how to properly dispose of unused medicine.
