Medicare can follow blazed trails to revitalize Alzheimer’s care

Of the nearly 7 million ... of Medicare following a verified diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease would lift a huge potential burden from commercial insurers and ward off crushing premium hikes. Read More

Biden Sabotages Medicare Advantage

In 2023 the average Medicare Advantage beneficiary experienced a 12% increase in deductible and a 5% increase in premiums. In Florida, Utah and Wyoming, premiums increased by more than 50%. Read More

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Advocates for legalizing recreational marijuana in South Dakota have submitted petitions to get the issue once again on the November ballot An Ohio doctor who drew national attention when she told ... Read More

3.6 million Medicare recipients could qualify for Wegovy under new rule

A budget-busting 3.6 million Medicare ... an anti-obesity medication, Medicare is prohibited by law from covering drugs when prescribed for obesity," KFF said in a news release. Read More

Auto insurance premiums are skyrocketing. What's to blame?

Surging auto insurance premiums are fanning the flames of high inflation and keeping the financial pressure on millions of U.S. households nationwide. Consumer ... 0.3% monthly increase and ... Read More

Medicare expects to spend $3.5 billion on new Alzheimer’s drug in 2025

Medicare’s actuaries expect the drug Leqembi, made by the Japanese drugmaker Eisai and sold in partnership with Biogen, to cost the traditional Medicare program around $550 million in 2024 ... Read More

3.6 million Medicare enrollees may now be eligible for Wegovy coverage

About 3.6 million Medicare enrollees ... But it could wind up costing Medicare nearly $3 billion a year and contribute to higher Part D premiums for all beneficiaries.Medicare announced last ... Read More

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