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Medicare keeps spending more on COVID-19 testing. Fraud and overspending are partly why

Federal money for COVID-19 testing is not subject to some of the same financial and regulatory constraints as other tests covered by Medicare.

Jan 3, 2023

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Weighing risks of a major surgery: 7 questions older Americans should ask their surgeon

Surgery can be lifesaving or improve a senior’s quality of life, but advanced age puts people at greater risk of unwanted outcomes.

Jan 3, 2023

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Want a clue on health care costs in advance? New tools take a crack at It

Under a new federal rule, health insurers and employers that offer health plans must provide online calculators for patients to get detailed estimates of what they will owe for a range of services and drugs.

Jan 3, 2023

Amazon's purchase of clinics in Oregon must undergo state review. Pictured, an Amazon Prime Air Boeing 737-800(BCF) freighter on final approach to JFK Airport. | ADAM MOREIRA (AEMOREIRA042281)/WIKIMEDIA CREATIVE COMMONS