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TUCSON, Ariz., Jun 17, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Medicare's recent release of hospital charges and Medicare payments was widely covered in the press, but the figures were wrong, writes anesthesiologist G. Keith Smith, M.D., in the summer issue of the Journal of American Physicians and Surgeons. The true amounts hospitals receive from Medicare are hidden, as the prices released don't include uncompensated care kickbacks or the provider tax rebates, Smith observes. Because these...
AUSTIN, Texas, June 17, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Saying a resolution to the longstanding shortfall between the actual cost of providing quality nursing home care and what the State actually reimburses skilled nursing facilities must rise in terms of being a public policy priority, the Texas Health Care Association (THCA) today said the 6% Medicaid rate increase ultimately passed by the Legislature is a needed step forward. "Of the more than $350 million in biennial GR we were...
Heritage Woods of Sterling, a BMA Management affordable assisted living community, is hosting Stories, Poems and Memories with local storyteller Peg Hoffmiller on June 21. The community in Sterling, Illinois serves seniors of all incomes, including those on Medicaid. Bradley, IL (PRWEB) June 16, 2013 Heritage Woods of Sterling, a BMA affordable assisted living community, is hosting Stories, Poems and Memories with local storyteller Peg Hoffmiller at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, June 21. The...
Churchview Supportive Living, a BMA affordable assisted living community in Chicago, is hosting a Family Awareness Day Celebration on June 20. The community serves low-income seniors, including those on Medicaid. Bradley, Illinois (PRWEB) June 16, 2013 Churchview Supportive Living, a BMA affordable assisted living on Chicago's southwest side, is hosting a Family Awareness Day Celebration from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 20. The community, which is located at 2626 W. 63rd St. in...
Heritage Woods of Benton, a BMA Management affordable assisted living community, is hosting a Lunch for Seniors on June 20. The community in Franklin County, Illinois serves older adults of all incomes, including those on Medicaid. Bradley, Illinois (PRWEB) June 15, 2013 Heritage Woods of Benton, a BMA affordable assisted living community, is hosting a Lunch for Seniors from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 20. The community, which is located at 1305 Bailey Lane in Benton,...
Heritage Woods of Flora, a BMA Management affordable assisted living community, is hosting a Breakfast for Seniors and Steel Guitar Music on June 19. The community in Clay County, Illinois serves seniors of all incomes, including those on Medicaid. Bradley, Illinois (PRWEB) June 15, 2013 Heritage Woods of Flora, a BMA affordable assisted living community, is hosting a Breakfast for Seniors and a steel guitar music performance on Wednesday, June 19. The community, which is located at 1003...
Heritage Woods of Chicago, a BMA Management affordable assisted living community, is hosting a Barbecue in honor of fathers of June 18. The community on Chicago's west side serves low-income seniors, including those on Medicaid, who need some help to maintain their independence. Bradley, IL (PRWEB) June 14, 2013 Heritage Woods of Chicago, a BMA affordable assisted living community, is hosting a Barbeque Party in in honor of fathers from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18. The...
WASHINGTON, June 14, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A bipartisan majority of 227 Representatives in the House have joined forces on a letter asking the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to delay implementation of a questionable procurement program for home medical equipment, says the American Association for Homecare. The program, known as "National Competitive Bidding," is set to expand into 91 new areas on July 1. The letter sent yesterday to CMS Administrator...
LANSING, Mich., June 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Michigan Chamber of Commerce today applauded the bipartisan passage of legislation to reform Michigan's Medicaid program and provide insurance access to the uninsured. House Bill 4714, introduced by Representative Matt Lori (R-Constantine), passed the Michigan House yesterday, June 13(th), by a vote of 76 to 31. "We commend members of the State House from both sides of the aisle for working together to take action on a real...
Cambridge House of Swansea, a BMA Management affordable assisted living community, is hosting a Pet Parade on June 19. The community in the St. Louis Metro East area serves seniors of all incomes, including those on Medicaid. Bradley, Illinois (PRWEB) June 13, 2013 Cambridge House of Swansea, a BMA affordable assisted living community, is hosting a Pet Parade at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19. The community, which is located at 3900 Sullivan Dr. in Swansea, Illinois, serves older adults of...
