West Virginia Senator Blocks Democrats’ Medicare Dental Plans
The loss of a key Democrat likely means dental care for seniors won't be included in Medicare coverage.
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Medicare’s Open Enrollment Is Open Season for Scammers
Federal officials say complaints are rising from seniors tricked into buying policies, either without their consent or lured by questionable information.
Despite Restraints, Democrats’ Drug Pricing Plan Could Still Aid Consumers
Provisions in Democrats' Medicare prescription drug pricing crack open the door to reforms that could have dramatic effects, experts say.
Rep. Kurt Schrader Explains His Drug Pricing Plan
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The Lund Report asked the Congressman about what makes his plan different from the proposal he recently voted against.
Making Sense of Congressional Prescription Drug Pricing Proposals
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A look at the policies on the table and what they will and won’t do to rein-in the cost of pharmaceuticals.
The Public Backs Medicare Rx Price Negotiation Even After Hearing Both Sides’ Views
A poll found the vast majority of adults support letting the federal government negotiate drug prices for Medicare beneficiaries and those in private health insurance plans.
Why Doesn’t Medicare Cover Services So Many Seniors Need?
In the 56 years since Medicare was established, few benefits have been added. That may change if Congress passes Democrats’ budget bill.
Though Millions Are At Risk For Diabetes, Medicare Struggles To Expand Prevention Program
Only 3,600 of an estimated 16 million Medicare beneficiaries eligible for a two-year diabetes prevention program have actually signed up since Medicare started covering the program in 2018.
Senate Democrats’ Plan Boosts Spending On Medicare, ACA Subsidies, Long-Term Care
The $3.5 trillion budget plan would be the largest infusion into the American health care system since 2010, but its passage may be difficult.
Paying Billions for Controversial Alzheimer’s Drug? How About Funding This Instead?
Prescriptions for a controversial new drug for Alzheimer's could run $56 billion a year, putting a significant financial burden on Medicare, the health insurance for the elderly.
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