12.14.09
Medicare Buy-In Proposal Faces Challenges
Health reform proponents are considering an option to allow seniors aged 55 to 64 to buy-in to Medicare, but the measure is being scrutinized by several key senators.
12.09.09
Spam Alert
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11.23.09
Protocols Case Management: The Beers List and How Certain Drugs May be Inappropriate for Seniors
Protocols Case Management: The Beers List and How Certain Drugs May be Inappropriate for Seniors
This blog is for informational purposes only. This information contained in his blog should not be used on specific files absent the appropriate consultations with treating physicians or other qualified individuals.
The medical community has been aware for many years that certain drugs are inappropriate for seniors (age 65+). As the body ages, it becomes less effective at breaking down drugs, and an accumulation may develop and result in adverse effects. Further, seniors often consume more medications than younger persons, and with each additional drug the potential for adverse reaction increases. Despite this well-documented issue, up to 25% of Medicare managed care patients are estimated to use at least one inappropriate medication (source: NCQA). Seniors who use these drugs incur more hospital visits and higher medical costs than seniors who don’t use the drugs. Read the rest of this entry »
09.29.09
CMS Provides Guidance to Insurance Companies on Medicare Mailings
After obtaining “potentially misleading” mailings from Humana to Medicare beneficiaries regarding healthcare reform initiatives, CMS asks insurance companies to suspend similar mailings.
07.23.09
CMS to Offer Web Portal for MSA Cases
In an effort to streamline the MSA process, CMS is attempting to offer a web-based portal by calendar year 2010.
