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Ratings System for Physicians and Facilities Spearheaded by Zagat and Wellpoint
In a move that truly can help improve the quality of health care we receive, this week Wellpoint announced that it is teaming up with Zagat, a leading survey corporation. The plan is for consumers to be able to offer their comments about different physicians and hospitals. This move has true potential for consumer to truly hold physicians accountable.
Last Updated : Monday, December 31, 2007
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State Children's Health Insurance Program Extended to 2009
President Bush signed into law an extension of the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) last Saturday, which continued coverage for children at current federal guidelines until March of 2009. However, Democrats were hoping for a larger federal contribution to the children's health insurance program. Dems wanted an additional $35 billion, most of which would be raised through tobacco taxes.
Last Updated : Friday, October 31, 2008
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Cheap Medical Care Can Kill
This might be an analogy out of left field. But in light of the death of Kanye West’s mother after cosmetic surgery, does anyone truly want cheap medical care?
Last Updated : Friday, October 31, 2008
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Planning Health Insurance for the Retirement "Insurance Gap"
One major area in the health insurance industry that needs some repair is how to improve the health insurance plans of seniors who are planning to retire but who aren’t old enough yet to take advantage of Medicare benefits.
Last Updated : Monday, November 3, 2008
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Prescription Drug Sales On a Precipitous Rise
The U.S. Census tracks everything from the adoption of digital media to the amount of volunteerism. But one recent statistic sheds light on the skyrocketing rise in the spending on prescription drugs.
Last Updated : Friday, October 31, 2008
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Bill Richardson Health Care Forum
New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson’s plan to reform the nation’s health care system is about spending much more than the federal government can afford. And he says it can all be done without raising taxes. Richardson’s statements in this week’s health insurance online forum are truly laughable.
Last Updated : Monday, November 3, 2008
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