Study of 75,000 Massachusetts patients shows that 22 percent of prescriptions were never filled. Meanwhile, Wal-Mart reports the number of employees enrolled in its health insurance plan has increased but the share of employees who are insured at all has fallen.
(Daily Report) Feb 18, 2010
It is not clear why it's happening, but some hospice officials blame both a bad economy and Medicare rules that unintentionally discourage doctors from referring all but those who are about to die.
(Daily Report) Feb 18, 2010
The federal stimulus package that sent nearly $2 billion to community health centers appears to have paid off in economic returns.
(Daily Report) Feb 18, 2010
A new report suggests that the data in the Dartmouth Atlas is flawed, The New York Times reports.
(Daily Report) Feb 18, 2010
Medical technology is changing the state of health care and extending lives, according to a report by government researchers.
(Daily Report) Feb 18, 2010
Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including one senator's continuing hopes for health reform as well as various health industry developments.
(Daily Report) Feb 18, 2010
It is not clear why it’s happening, but some hospice officials blame both a bad economy and Medicare rules that unintentionally discourage doctors from referring all but those who are about to die.
(Column) Feb 18, 2010
The federal stimulus package that sent nearly $2 billion to community health centers appears to have paid off in economic returns.
(Story) Feb 17, 2010
MarketWatch reports that though many tout prevention in heart care when it comes to disease, "chances are your insurance won't cover a trip to a dietician, a gym membership or other services that could help you reduce your risk factors."
(Daily Report) Feb 17, 2010
A sampling of today's opinions and editorials from around the country.
(Daily Report) Feb 17, 2010