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WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the clock ticks down to January 2025, when a crucial element of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) takes effect, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Raphael Warnock …
Senior Savings Alert: Senators Push for Outreach on New Drug Cost Cap 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 — Azon Medical, LLC, a distributor of medical devices, recently agreed to a settlement payment of $1,019,307.86 concerning allegations of improper billing practices under the False Claims Act. …
Azon Medical Settles for Over $1 Million Amid Allegations of Improper Billing Practices Under the False Claims Act Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Biden-Harris Administration recently announced a crucial $100 million grant to enhance the efforts of organizations assisting underserved communities in obtaining quality health coverage through HealthCare.gov. This …
Unlocking Healthcare Access: Biden-Harris Administration’s Bold $100 Million Initiative for Underserved Communities Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has unveiled a series of updates designed to enhance patient rights, streamline coverage transitions, and address health disparities through impactful …
CMS Announces Key Updates on Patient Rights, Coverage, and Health Equity Initiatives Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Jacqueline C. Romero, along with David C. Weiss, the United States Attorney for the District of Delaware, …
PA Green Wellness to Pay $600,000 for Improper Billing Practices Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Biden Administration has announced new, reduced costs for the first ten drugs subject to Medicare price negotiations. This development marks a significant victory in the ongoing effort …
Biden Administration Announces Lower Costs for Medicare Drugs Following Price Negotiations Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) have called on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to extend Medicare coverage …
Senators Urge Medicare to Cover Standing Systems in Power Wheelchairs Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In light of the Supreme Court’s decision in Moyle v. United States, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has reiterated hospitals’ legal responsibilities under …
HHS Reinforces Hospitals’ Duty to Provide Emergency Care, Launches Spanish EMTALA Complaint Form Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has laid out a strategic proposal to tackle issues of significant, anomalous, and highly suspect (SAHS) billing activities within …
CMS Action to Rectify Significant Medicare Billing Anomalies: What You Need to Know Read More