Dallas (April 12, 2016)—To keep Medicare’s spending in check, reform solutions may necessitate an increase in the share of senior health care paid for by the senior population, according to a new study by the National Center for Policy Analysis (NCPA) Senior Fellows Andrew J. Rettenmaier and Thomas R. Saving.
Taking a Fresh Look at Nutrition for Older Adults
New paradigms are needed to address our growing understanding of the physiology of aging and how it affects the nutrient needs for older adults. (Liz Seegert/Covering Health)
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 8, 2016)—Today, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Department of Labor (DOL) and the Department of the Treasury announced key enhancements to the Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) template and Uniform Glossary. The improvements include an additional coverage example and language and terms to improve consumers' understanding of their health coverage.
SAN FRANCISCO (April 8, 2016)—WHILL, Inc. (WHILL) announced in March that it has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance on a new model that will be released in the coming months.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 7, 2016)—Recently, the American Association of Respiratory Care, the American College of Chest Physicians and the National Association for Medical Direction of Respiratory Care submitted a reconsideration of the current Medicare National Coverage Determination for home ventilators, including bi-level devices to CMS.
ATLANTA (April 6, 2016)—Provider Web Capital is excited to announce its continued monthly origination numbers, with 300 percent year-over-year growth from March 2015. Transactions of note are highlighted below:
SAN DIEGO (APRIL 6, 2016)—GreatCall Inc., a leader in connected health for active aging, is redefining independence with the introduction of its expanded connected health lineup. The all new Jitterbug Smart and Flip phones and the Lively Wearable enable older adults and family caregivers to choose health and safety solutions that fit their individual needs, allowing for easier integration into their lives.