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Must-Reads Of The Week From Brianna Labuskes

By Brianna Labuskes July 19, 2019 KFF Health News Original

Newsletter editor Brianna Labuskes wades through hundreds of health care policy stories each week, so you don’t have to.

Lifting Therapy Caps Is A Load Off Medicare Patients’ Shoulders

By Susan Jaffe March 14, 2018 KFF Health News Original

Last month’s budget deal means Medicare beneficiaries are eligible for physical and occupational therapy indefinitely. Plus, prescription drug costs will fall for more seniors.

Medicare Advantage Plans Have Beneficial Aspects To Them, But There Are Lots Of Red Lights To Heed

November 15, 2018 Morning Briefing

Signing up for a new Medicare plan can be confusing. Here are some things to watch out for.

Medicare To Test Out Philosophy That Simple Help In Patients’ Homes Can Have Meaningful Impact On Well-Being

November 9, 2018 Morning Briefing

Medicare Advantage plans to offer a host of new benefits next year, such as transportation to medical appointments, home-delivered meals, wheelchair ramps, bathroom grab bars and air conditioners for asthma sufferers.

Viewpoints: Government Control Of Drug Prices Is A Bad Idea For Patients; Lessons On How Medicare Advantage Helps Ease Opioid Crisis

December 20, 2018 Morning Briefing

Opinion pages focus on these health topics and others.

New Medicare Perk For Diabetes Prevention Stumbles At Rollout

By Judith Graham April 19, 2018 KFF Health News Original

On April 1, Medicare launched a major initiative — a diabetes prevention program for seniors and people with serious disabilities— that is available in only a few cities.

Lack Of Insurance Exposes Blind Spots In Vision Care

By Michelle Andrews May 15, 2018 KFF Health News Original

As many as 16 million people in the United States have undiagnosed or uncorrected vision problems that could be fixed with eyeglasses, contact lenses or surgery.

Top Policy Expert’s Ties To Giant Drugmaker Often Go Unstated

By Sarah Jane Tribble June 29, 2018 KFF Health News Original

Dr. Mark McClellan joined Johnson & Johnson’s board of directors after leaving the FDA, but the connection often isn’t mentioned in research papers or public events.

Investigation On Medicare Advantage Plans Finds Widespread, Persistent Problems Related To Denials Of Care

October 15, 2018 Morning Briefing

The investigation by the HHS inspector general raises some concerns just as Medicare Advantage plans become more and more popular. Analysts predict that one in two seniors will have them in a few years despite predictions that the health law would hobble the marketplace.

Everything You Need To Know About The New Medicare Cards (But Beware Of Scams)

By Judith Graham March 15, 2018 KFF Health News Original

Starting in April, new Medicare cards will be issued to the program’s 59 million enrollees. The new cards address serious security concerns, yet there are growing “scams” linked to the rollout.

Readers And Tweeters: No Rush To Judge Patients Who Leave The ER Without OK

June 14, 2019 KFF Health News Original

Kaiser Health News gives readers a chance to comment on a recent batch of stories.

Medicare Vs. Medicare Advantage: How To Choose

By Judith Graham October 19, 2017 KFF Health News Original

Despite Medicare Advantage plans’ increasing popularity, several key features remain poorly understood. Here is what you need to know.

Administration Officials Deny Steering Patients Toward Private Medicare Plans, But Emails Tell A Different Story

December 3, 2018 Morning Briefing

“Get more benefits for your money,” says one message sent to Medicare beneficiaries. “See if you can save money with Medicare Advantage,” says another. While private plans boast of providing superior-quality care, the evidence is mixed. And experts are worried that the material being sent out by the government doesn’t present the negatives of the plans. Other Medicare news focuses on nursing homes and enrollment.

Readers And Tweeters Chime In On Investigation Of Electronic Health Records

April 3, 2019 KFF Health News Original

Kaiser Health News gives readers a chance to comment on a recent batch of stories.

Company That Wants To Sell Medicare Advantage Plans Raises Additional $300M In Venture Capital Funding

October 17, 2018 Morning Briefing

The company, Devoted Health, was founded last year by Todd Park, a former chief technology officer for the Obama administration, and Ed Park, a former Athenahealth executive. In other health industry news: the ripple effects of Anthem’s privacy breach settlement; UnitedHealth earnings projections; and Catholic Health Initiatives’ merger with Dignity Health

What You Need To Know About The Upcoming Medicare Open Enrollment Season

October 8, 2018 Morning Briefing

Open enrollment for Medicare and prescription drug plans will begin Oct. 15 for coverage in 2019 and close Dec. 7. One change this year is that seniors can try a Medicare Advantage plan for up to three months and if they don’t like it, they can switch to another Advantage plan or enroll in traditional Medicare.

Hoping To See Your Doctor Via Telemedicine? Here’s A Quick Guide.

By Steven Findlay May 9, 2018 KFF Health News Original

All private health plans, Medicare, state Medicaid programs and the VA now cover some e-visits — albeit with restrictions.

Anthem, Walmart Partner To Expand Seniors’ Access To OTC Medications

August 21, 2018 Morning Briefing

Beginning in January 2019, Anthem Medicare Advantage members will be able to use their insurance for over-the-counter drugs, first-aid and other such supplies.

Can You Hear Me Now? Senate Bill Aims to Broaden Access To Hearing Services.

By Michelle Andrews April 10, 2018 KFF Health News Original

The measure would allow Medicare beneficiaries to visit an audiologist to get a hearing test to diagnose a hearing problem without first being referred by a physician or nurse practitioner.

From The ER To Inpatient Care — At Home

By Michelle Andrews March 6, 2018 KFF Health News Original

Some health systems are encouraging selected ill emergency department patients who are stable and don’t need intensive, round-the-clock care to opt for hospital-level care at home.

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