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Medical news from the Government section of the news source for America's physicians
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Oklahoma court halts 1% health plan tax
The ruling comes after the state's insurance chief said she will not enforce the levy because the Legislature failed to follow two basic requirements.
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Embryonic stem cell research in limbo after surprise injunction
Researchers say a judge's ruling jeopardizes millions of dollars in ongoing work as the argument about the merits of such study is reopened in court.
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Elections 2010: Physicians on the ballot
An Iowa ophthalmologist and a Pennsylvania internist epitomize the health reform choices offered by the two major parties.
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Doctor groups seek changes to 2011 Medicare fee rule
The organizations want CMS to hold off on making proposed revisions to the medical inflation rate until a comprehensive study is done.
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States must formally request extra Medicaid funding
Several GOP governors who initially opposed the additional money before Congress approved it in August now find themselves asking for their share.
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Specialty societies seek to enter "red flags" lawsuit against FTC
The CMSS contends that formal policies for detecting and preventing identity theft would impose a significant burden on physicians.
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Medicare drug premiums to remain stable in 2011
CMS says a slight rate increase for Part D insurance, combined with discounts required by the health reform law, will make medications more affordable.
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AMA, state societies back plan limiting insurers' administrative spending
Insurance commissioners propose barring health plans from considering anti-fraud efforts, coding upgrades and some utilization review as medical expenditures.
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Fiscal 2011 spending bills likely put off until after elections
House Democrats decide against adopting a budget blueprint and may delay required appropriations measures, including those for HHS funding.
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Medicaid EMR guidelines spell out state help for doctors
CMS clarifies the physician support and technical help that will be required, with the federal government paying 90% of administrative costs.
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Oregon could provide case study on uninsured
A project is comparing state residents who received Medicaid coverage in 2008 through a random drawing with those who did not.
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Drug-disposal bill gets Senate's nod
The legislation seeks to provide safe, lawful ways for physicians and patients to get rid of unused medications and avoid health risks.
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Health system reform will exempt some insurers
Stakeholders draw battle lines over how the government should oversee grandfathered plans.
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Democrats fend off GOP bid to block lame-duck legislating
Republicans fear big-ticket spending measures will be pushed through after the fall elections.
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Pennsylvania insurance regulator to oversee health exchanges
Joel Ario is tapped to head a key new function that will allow millions of people to buy coverage starting in 2014.
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Missouri voters reject federal insurance mandate
A Florida judge, meanwhile, removes from the November ballot a proposed amendment blocking the national health reform law.
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Medicare anti-fraud bills backed by AARP
Lawmakers want officials to increase fraud penalties, perform additional screenings of physicians and suppliers, and analyze claims more quickly to detect suspicious billing.
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Medicare trustees' upbeat outlook relies on big pay cuts for doctors
The AMA says the new Part B projections reinforce the need for a permanent solution on physician pay.
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Congress OKs more Medicaid funds for states
The measure, approved after the House speaker called members back from their August recess, also gives education a $10 billion boost.
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UK primary care physicians to gain greater control under NHS reforms
British officials promise that a reorganization of the National Health Service will be driven by those on the front lines of care.
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The Internet Revealed: A Film About IXP's
A simple, easy to understand YouTube video produced by Euro-IX that explains the open internet, and how it works as a network-of-network's model - and consequently, explains the value of the OHN network model. Click here to view
Outside In remains innovative to aid area homeless
Northwest 23rd Avenue in Portland’s Alphabet District is a familiar place for Desiree. She was born at Legacy Good Samaritan. She has worked at high-end boutiques in the trendy neighborhood. And she also fought the elements, stigma and desolation of being homeless there.
“I hid my homelessness. No one knew that I didn’t have anywhere to turn,” Desiree said. “Luckily, word-of-mouth led me to Outside In. Everyone on the streets knows it is a safe place to go.”
For more than 40 years, Outside In has been serving low-income adults and homeless youth in Portland. Their commitment to innovation, flexibility and dedication have earned them many accolades and acknowledgement both locally and nationally. Outside In also received funding commitment in July from the FCC for connection to the Oregon Health Network. The organization’s clinic will receive a high quality broadband connection to continue its service and partnership within the community.