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Gun Safety ‘Wrapped in a Mental Health Bill’: A Look At The New Law

The focus is on improving mental health services, with $13 billion earmarked for such programs.

Jul 7, 2022

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Medicare Prescription Drug Negotiation Plan Advanced By U.S. Senate Democrats

Democrats hope to move the legislation without Republican support by using the budget reconciliation process.

Jul 7, 2022

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Feds Want A Policy Advocates Say Would Let Hospitals Off On COVID-Era Lapses

The federal government wants to hide hospitals’ safety ratings and waive financial penalties for those with the worst patient-safety track records.

Jul 7, 2022

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Q&A: Ken Provencher Retiring from PacificSource Health Plans

The CEO and president of PacificSource Health Plans is stepping down in March, the regional Springfield-based insurer recently announced.

Jul 5, 2022
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How To Get Rid Of Medical Debt — Or Avoid It In The First Place

Patients, consumer advocates, and researchers offered their hard-won insights on how to avoid or manage medical debt.

Jul 5, 2022

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Gun Safety ‘Wrapped in a Mental Health Bill’: A Look At The New Law

Medicare Prescription Drug Negotiation Plan Advanced By U.S. Senate Democrats

Feds Want A Policy Advocates Say Would Let Hospitals Off On COVID-Era Lapses

Q&A: Ken Provencher Retiring from PacificSource Health Plans

How To Get Rid Of Medical Debt — Or Avoid It In The First Place

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