Kaiser Health News

KAISER HEALTH NEWS

‘Letters Of Protection’ For Injured Patients Can Mean Huge Medical Bills

So-caled letters of protection can saddle patients with medical debt — and drive a personal injury care system that operates with little oversight despite widespread complaints of grossly inflated billings and other problems that can place patients at risk.

Dec 21, 2021

PIXABAY

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.

Dec 14, 2021

Women protesting in favor of reproductive rights

SHUTTERSTOCK

Split Supreme Court Leaves Texas Abortion Law In Effect

The ruling, which allows abortion providers to challenge the law, provides clues to coming decision on Mississipi case that challenges court's landmark ruling in Roe v. Wade.

Dec 14, 2021

UNSPLASH

Post-Pandemic, What’s A Phone Call From Your Physician Worth?

The debate over how much insurers should pay providers for “audio-only” visits has consequences for patients.

Dec 9, 2021

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Never Mind Toys, It’s Time To Ask Santa For Crutches And Catheters

America’s hospitals, strained by nearly two years of fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, are now scrounging for basic medical supplies.

Dec 9, 2021

SHUTTERSTOCK

Health Experts Worry CDC’s COVID Vaccination Rates Appear Inflated

Experts say knowing with accuracy what proportion of the population has rolled up sleeves for a COVID shot is vital to public health efforts, but CDC data is questionable.

Dec 9, 2021

SHUTTERSTOCK

Is It Time To Change The Definition Of ‘Fully Vaccinated’

Scientists and public health officials are debating when it will be time to change the definition of “fully vaccinated” to include a booster shot.

Dec 7, 2021

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Conservative Justices Seem Poised To Overturn Roe’s Abortion Rights

Judging from the questions asked by justices, it appeared possible or even likely that a majority could vote to turn the question of whether to allow abortion back to individual states.

Dec 2, 2021