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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office has announced charges against 20 individuals, including the owner of a Montgomery County home care agency, in connection with an alleged scheme …
Medicaid Millions Stolen? 20 Charged in Explosive Fraud Scandal Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) closed a historic chapter in his political career this week, chairing his final hearing of the Senate Special Committee on Aging. Known as …
Bob Casey’s Departure Marks the End of an Era in Disability Advocacy Read More
WEST GROVE, PA — LCH Health and Community Services has resumed its dental services, providing affordable, high-quality oral health care to the local community. The reopening follows a temporary pause …
LCH Health and Community Services Reopens Dental Practice with Bilingual Care Read More
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA — New research unveiled in the Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (JNCCN) highlights significant benefits of Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act for patients …
Medicaid Expansion Linked to Improved Breast Cancer Outcomes Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), has approved amendments to section 1115 demonstrations. This move …
HHS Expands Medicaid and CHIP to Include Traditional Health Practices in Tribal Communities Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), has taken a decisive step towards reducing prescription drug …
HHS Seeks Feedback on Proposed Medicare $2 Drug List Model Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a strategic move aimed at enhancing access to critical mental health and substance use disorder services, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has revealed plans …
Pennsylvania DHS Announces Rate Increase to Bolster Behavioral Health Services for Medicaid Recipients Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero this week announced a settlement agreement requiring Dr. Maneesh Ailawadi to pay $45,000 plus interest. This resolution addresses allegations that Dr. …
Doctor Settles False Claims Allegations with $45,000 Agreement Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Oksana Kredens, 60, of Philadelphia, has been sentenced Thursday to 20 months in federal prison for her role in a health care fraud conspiracy. The sentence was …
Shocking Medicaid Scam: How a Philadelphia Woman Masterminded a Multi-Million Dollar Fraud! Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Friday, the U.S. Senate approved the Ensuring Nationwide Access to a Better Life Experience (ENABLE) Act. Spearheaded by Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), this bipartisan legislation aims …
Empowering Independence: ENABLE Act Secures Financial Freedom for Americans with Disabilities Read More