Policy and Legislation
The action furthers a larger goal of improving the accuracy of the quality information that is publicly reported in the Five-Star Rating System.
The number of beneficiaries absolutely losing coverage is expected to be 8M, with some not reapplying even if they qualify for Medicaid.
President and CEO Matt Eyles says states should engage with enrollees and ensure a smooth transition to other types of coverage.
COVID-19 vaccines are moving towards commercial prices set by Moderna and Pfizer.
The date for providers to get the promised 60-day notice is February 10.
About three-quarters of the new positions will be for primary care and mental health specialties, CMS says.
The government of South Korea is working with hospitals like the Samsung Medical Center to deliver data-driven high-quality care with a focus on research.
Retail pharmacies can now sell abortion pills under new FDA modifications.
The drug was estimated to cost Medicare $12B in one year, representing 36% of the 2018 Part B budget.
The proposed rule would restore the longstanding process for the handling of conscience complaints, HHS says.