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What’s being missed in coverage of Medicaid work requirements
The Trump administration in January gave a long-expected approval for states to proceed with work requirements for their Medicaid beneficiaries,…
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President’s Corner: Training mission takes center stage through variety of fellowship programs
This past fall was a busy one for AHCJ, as it always is. In the space of three months, we…
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Electronic cigarettes come with risk of ‘devastating’ fire or explosion
While electronic cigarette explosions are relatively rare, they can cause serious harm. In a recent case, a Hawaii man suffered…
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Author reflects on writing a book about vaccines, medical research
MeredithWadman In 2017, D.C.-based Science writer Meredith Wadman published her first book, “The Vaccine Race: Science, Politics and the Human…
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Physicians say Anthem policy on ‘unneeded’ ER visits puts patients at risk
Emergency medicine physicians contend that Anthem’s policy regarding payment for emergency room visits in some of its markets has been…
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Electronic cigarettes come with risk of ‘devastating’ fire or explosion
Several reports have looked at the risks of fire and explosions related to electronic cigarettes, with a case in Hawaii…
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New year might see more people treating high blood pressure through nutrition
It’s a new year so, of course, the time is right to try a new diet. One approach that’s been…
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New tip sheet explains growing role of geriatric care managers
Family caregivers often struggle when finding appropriate care options for their loved ones. Siblings may argue over different approaches. Spouses…
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Keep an eye out for expanded Medicaid managed care in your state
More and more states are offering Medicaid managed care, with more than half of all Medicaid beneficiaries now receiving their…
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What reporters should know about geriatric care managers
Melissa Patrick Geriatric care managers have been around for decades and their numbers continue to grow, but many people have…
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