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By Kaiser Health News | 09:33 am | September 26, 2016
However, the ballot measure doesn't earmark exactly how much of that money should go to doctors or other health providers.
By Susan Morse | 01:39 pm | September 23, 2016
The number of prescription drug plans has dropped to the lowest level since the inception of the Part D program.
By Susan Morse | 03:14 pm | September 22, 2016
Average premiums in the Medicare Part D prescription drug program will remain steady at an estimated $34 per month.
By Jeff Lagasse | 01:54 pm | September 21, 2016
Gradual price hikes, growth in users pushes up spending for the federal prescription drug program.
By Susan Morse | 03:32 pm | September 20, 2016
Among those that did voluntarily switch, the majority went with a plan offered by another insurer.
By Susan Morse | 03:00 pm | September 19, 2016
Programs include payment models focusing on heart attacks, heart bypass surgery and hip fracture surgery.
By Kaiser Health News | 09:15 am | September 16, 2016
Improved dental health is a challenge for a program where half of children who were covered before the law took effect hadn't seen a dentist the previous year.
By Kaiser Health News | 08:42 am | September 16, 2016
In this year's presidential campaign, health care has taken a back seat. But one issue appears to be breaking through - the rising cost of prescription drugs.
By Susan Morse | 03:18 pm | September 14, 2016
An estimated 10,000 Americans are turning 65 years old each day, and many are choosing Medicare Advantage over traditional Medicare.
By Beth Jones Sanborn | 03:05 pm | September 14, 2016
While the plan is heralded by many as the flexibility providers and advocates have been pleading for, a lot still remains unknown.