Kidney dialysis treatment in the U.S. is expensive and has high death rates, but it doesn't have to be that way, USA Today reports.
(Daily Report) Aug 24, 2009
Doctors play an unusual role in the economy. "When asked what profession, economically speaking, the doctor resembles most, many economists say auto mechanic — because of… the information problem," NPR reports.
(Daily Report) Aug 21, 2009
Some seniors, including some who voted for President Barack Obama, are concerned that health care reform could cut some of their Medicare benefits.
(Daily Report) Aug 21, 2009
The United Kingdom's National Health System enters into the health care debate amid comparisons of the British and American health care systems.
(Daily Report) Aug 21, 2009
Thursday's state news includes concerns over Medicaid reimbursement cuts in Colorado, the opening of the Utah Health Exchange amidst skyrocketing premiums and the high number of uninsured in Texas.
(Daily Report) Aug 20, 2009
The Las Vegas Review-Journal reports that dialysis care for illegal immigrants at a taxpayer-supported medical center costs $20 million a year and that the immigrants are being referred there from for-profit hospitals.
(Daily Report) Aug 20, 2009
Kaiser Health News presents a selection of opinions and editorials.
(Daily Report) Aug 20, 2009
"Health care may be a costly drag on the economy, but it’s still a great place to find a job," The New York Times reports.
(Daily Report) Aug 20, 2009
Recent research includes examinations of the economy's impact on health care and of Americans' support for health coverage expansions.
(Daily Report) Aug 20, 2009
When a claim is denied, an out-of-network fee is too costly, or an uninsured patient confronts an unclear or towering bill, an advocate may be able to help.
(Story) Aug 19, 2009