Yesterday, USA Today published an Op-Ed by President Trump entitled “Democrats [sic] 'Medicare for All' plan will demolish promises to seniors.” In addition to the inflammatory rhetoric throughout the piece (which … [Read more...] about President’s Medicare Op-Ed is Untrue
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Enforcement Weakens as Civil Money Penalties Shift From Per Day to Per Instance
According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), more than 95 percent of nursing home deficiencies are cited as “no harm.” In other words, less than five percent of … [Read more...] about Enforcement Weakens as Civil Money Penalties Shift From Per Day to Per Instance
Medicare Matters for Young Americans: Expect It, Protect It!
As midterm elections near, young Americans will be in the spotlight. Young Americans have been integral to a number of surprising primary victories across the country. And, for the first time, they will surpass Baby Boomers as the largest generation … [Read more...] about Medicare Matters for Young Americans: Expect It, Protect It!
Medicare Enrollment Updates
OverviewThe Annual Coordinated Election Period (ACEP), from October 15 through December 7, 2018, is the time period during which Medicare beneficiaries can enroll in, switch, or disenroll from Medicare Advantage (MA, or Part C) plans and Part D … [Read more...] about Medicare Enrollment Updates
Center for Medicare Advocacy Survey: CMS’ Jimmo v. Sebelius “Improvement Standard” Education Still Not Working
The Center for Medicare Advocacy recently completed a survey of Jimmo v. Sebelius stakeholders to analyze the effectiveness of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ education efforts regarding the Jimmo Settlement, which clarified … [Read more...] about Center for Medicare Advocacy Survey: CMS’ Jimmo v. Sebelius “Improvement Standard” Education Still Not Working
Study: Three-Day Hospital Requirement for Post-Hospital Care In a Skilled Nursing Facility Increases Medicare Costs
In order to qualify for Medicare Part A coverage of a post-hospital stay in a skilled nursing facility, the traditional Medicare program requires that the beneficiary first be hospitalized as an inpatient for three consecutive days, not counting the … [Read more...] about Study: Three-Day Hospital Requirement for Post-Hospital Care In a Skilled Nursing Facility Increases Medicare Costs
Who Owns Nursing Facilities and Why?
In September 2007, The New York Times published a lengthy investigative article about private equity’s purchase of nursing facilities – “At Many Nursing Homes, More Profits, Less Nursing.”[1] The Times reported that … [Read more...] about Who Owns Nursing Facilities and Why?
Health Care Sabotage: Expanded “Short-Term, Limited-Duration Insurance” is Here
Starting this week, consumers may purchase short-term, limited-duration insurance policies that will provide coverage for up to one year. It is important to remember that these skimpy plans were never intended to be used as long-term … [Read more...] about Health Care Sabotage: Expanded “Short-Term, Limited-Duration Insurance” is Here
Center Launches SaveMedicareNow Initiative Ahead of Mid-Term Elections
In the weeks leading up to the mid-term elections, the Center for Medicare Advocacy will work to ensure Medicare gains momentum as a top issue for voters and candidates. During an audio news conference announcing the SaveMedicareNow initiative, led … [Read more...] about Center Launches SaveMedicareNow Initiative Ahead of Mid-Term Elections
Public Charge Proposed Rule – A Strike on the Health Care and Well-Being of Immigrants and American Families
The Administration is at it again. Last weekend, the Department of Homeland Security released the text of a proposed rule that would create hardships for certain immigrants seeking permanent residency (green cards) in the U.S. This “public … [Read more...] about Public Charge Proposed Rule – A Strike on the Health Care and Well-Being of Immigrants and American Families