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Community health centers to gain patients under health care reform Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 9:38AMNew Highlandtown Healthy Living Center serves disadvantaged The lobby of the new Highlandtown Healthy Living Center is busy these days, with many seats filled. But once national health care reform is fully under way, the waiting area at this community health center — and others like it around the nation — is likely to be standing room only.
U.S. House candidates detail their health care differences Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 5:07AMWASHINGTON - It's been several months since Congress enacted a sweeping health care law, but it remains a contentious issue in the widely watched race for South Dakota's House seat. Republican challenger Kristi Noem is calling for repeal of the landmark law, an expansion of government-run health care that will cover millions of uninsured Americans but whose cost and scope is unpopular in many ...
Health Care Wastefulness Is Detailed in Studies Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 11:43PMA heavy reliance on emergency rooms care is seen as an indicator of weaknesses in the primary health care system that could become more critical under the new health care law.
Malpractice liability costs U.S. $55.6 billion: study Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 11:37PMWASHINGTON (Reuters) - Medical malpractice liability costs the U.S. healthcare system more than $55 billion a year, most of it in "defensive" medical practices such as extra tests and scans, according to a report released on Tuesday.
New Highlandtown Healthy Living Center serves disadvantaged Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 9:55PMNew Highlandtown Healthy Living Center serves disadvantaged The lobby of the new Highlandtown Healthy Living Center is busy these days, with many seats filled. But once national health care reform is fully under way, the waiting area at this community health center — and others like it around the nation — is likely to be standing room only.
Local doctors among dozens disciplined in Texas Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 1:40PMOn August 27, 2010, the Board entered a Default Order against Rueben Isern, M.D., which revoked his medical license.
Video: Gerlach feels Health reform was 'wrong prescription Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:11AMU.S. Congressman Jim Gerlach called last year's health care reform bill "the wrong prescription for what is needed to make health care more affordable and accessible," during an interview Tuesday afternoon with reporters.
Senate candidate says he would repeal health care reform Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:52AMWAUSAU -- Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ron Johnson portrayed himself as a citizen legislator, focused on removing career politicians with minimal background in private industry.
Bender says Congress erred on bank bill Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:56AMEDITOR’S NOTE: This is another in an occasional series of stories based on meetings between The Telegraph editorial board and candidates for federal and state office in the upcoming elections. Republican U.S. Senate candidate Jim Bender said Congress made a mistake in 1999 when it broke down barriers and let banks get into the insurance industry and make more risky investments. The Hollis ...
Noreen Slank Brings Extensive Experience to Appellate Practice at Michigan-Based Law Firm Collins, Einhorn Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:25PMDetroit - Noreen Slank provides leadership to Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.’s (www.ceflawyers.com) distinguished appellate practice. A large number of the firm’s cases come from outside referrals.
13 QUESTIONS: Keith Page, president and CEO of Anderson Hospital Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:14AMThis week: Keith Page, president and CEO of Anderson Hospital in Maryville.
Doctor's life and work heard the community's heartbeat Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 7:46PMDr. Rod McLean recently finished his regular Thursday morning duty at the Volunteers in Medicine Clinic, took off his white lab coat and folded away 57 years of practicing medicine.
Study Shows Drunk Driving Remains A Serious Public Safety Concern, New York Attorney Says Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 2:00AMBinghamton personal injury lawyer Scott C. Gottlieb says a recent NHTSA study showing that as many as eight percent of all drivers have driven drunk during the past year highlights the need for more enforcement and education about the consequences of impaired driving.
Jury stuffs 'Nose Doc' with $300,000 verdict Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:45PMHAMMOND | Mark Weinberger, also known as "The Nose Doc," wasslammed with a $300,000 medical malpractice verdict by a LakeSuperior Court jury Friday.
Doctor scraps ER work in favor of house calls Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 4:00PMThe switch came after the doctor got tired of corporate medicine.
In-house imaging raises concern Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 3:22PMCritics say self-referrals fatten physician profits - leading to excess tests and higher Medicare spending - and should be banned. Supporters say the tests are too important to outsource.
On health care issues, voters face clear choice in Senate race Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:20AMWASHINGTON -- With more than 200 Democratic lawmakers cheering and applauding in the East Room of the White House in March, President Barack Obama signed into law a major health-care bill that had sharply split the major political parties for more than a year.
Hospitals Grapple With Increasing ER Visits; LA Officials Order Changes To Boost Patient Safety; Mass. Nurse Fired ... Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 10:34AMThe Connecticut Mirror: "Hartford Hospital opened an expanded emergency department this month, with new rooms and triage areas meant to keep up with an increase in patient visits. Across town, St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center is preparing to double its emergency department space as part of a new 10-story tower set to open next spring. UConn's John Dempsey Hospital expanded its emergency ...
The Truth About Health Care Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 9:01AMLITCHFIELD—Anyone interested in a straight dose of the real status of the nation’s health care system might consider attending an event scheduled next week in Litchfield.
AHRQ Grant Will Enable Premier Healthcare Alliance Perinatal Safety Initiative to Continue via Award to Fairview ... Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 8:22AMCHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Department of Health & Human Services' Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has awarded a three-year demonstration grant for not-for-profit entities to Fairview Health Services in Minneapolis to extend a national collaborative that is reducing birth-related injuries. The Premier healthcare alliance’s Perinatal Safety Initiative is composed of 16 ...
AHRQ Grant Will Enable Premier Healthcare Alliance Perinatal Safety Initiative to Continue via Award to Fairview ... Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 8:16AMCHARLOTTE, N.C.----The Department of Health & Human Services' Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality has awarded a three-year demonstration grant for not-for-profit entities to Fairview Health Services in Minneapolis to extend a national collaborative that is reducing birth-related injuries.
Medical Justice Announces Partnership with New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 5:00AMPartnership extends Medical Justice’s programs to preempt frivolous lawsuits, unwarranted demands for refunds, and Internet defamation to Members of the New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons
Hospitals grapple with increasing ER visits; LA officials order changes to boost patient safety; Mass. nurse fired ... Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 4:05AM"Hartford Hospital opened an expanded emergency department this month, with new rooms and triage areas meant to keep up with an increase in patient visits. Across town, St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center is preparing to double its emergency department space as part of a new 10-story tower set to open next spring. UConn's John Dempsey Hospital expanded its emergency department earlier this ...
A Superior Solution For Medical Malpractice Insurance Coverage For Facial Plastic And Reconstructive Surgeons Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 11:33AMMedical Protective has teamed up with the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) and created The AAFPRS Medical Protective Insurance Program. "As the nation's leading healthcare liability insurer - with three times the longevity of our nearest competitor - Medical Protective looks forward to working with AAFPRS members and continuing to deliver the nation's ...
Admitting errors doesn't increase lawsuits: study Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 12:07PMNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - New research hints that when doctors are open about their mistakes, patients don't file more lawsuits and the healthcare system doesn't shell out more money in claims.
Valley startups aim to improve the health of the health care system Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 3:32PMValley startups aim to streamline patient records
FastLawsuitMoney.com Satisfies Attorneys and Clients by Streamlining the Pre-settlement Funding Process Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 2:00AMSteve Kuryla attests to how a personalized lawsuit funding program was a financial life-saver in his recent statement.
Colorado Medical Malpractice Insurer Fined $48,400 Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 1:04AMColorado's Department of Regulatory Agencies Division of Insurance has fined Denver-based COPIC, one of the state's largest medical professional liability insurers, following a market conduct ...
From ER to executive suite, physician created an industry leader Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 11:00PMDr. Lynn Massingale, the leader of a 9,000-employee, New York Stock Exchange company, admits there's something he misses in life: pulling shifts in the ER.
Lawsuits August 16 Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 11:00PMLawsuits involving businesses or public entities and filed in Knox County Circuit Court in July
CML HealthCare Income Fund Reports 2010 Second Quarter Financial Results Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 5:00AMCML HealthCare Income Fund , today reported its financial results for the three and six-month periods ended June 30, 2010 .
Prince George's employers' questions abound on insurance law Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 4:39AMEmployers still question just how much help they will get from the government under the new federal health insurance reform law, as the state prepares to initiate its local exchange program under the law.
Sheheen, Haley at odds over several aspects of boosting employment figures Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 11:48PMSouth Carolina's disturbingly high unemployment rate has made the economy and new jobs top issues in the Nov. 2 gubernatorial election.
Health care reform in the sights of Rubio health plan Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 2:59PMHealth care reform should be replaced with simpler measures, according to Florida US Senate candidate Marco Rubio.
Fla. lawmakers still focused on managed care Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 4:45PM(AP:TALLAHASSEE, Fla.) Florida legislative leaders still see private managed care as a key to holding down soaring Medicaid costs after a bus tour across the state.
State’s largest malpractice insurance firm fined Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 2:12PMThe Colorado Division of Insurance has fined COPIC Insurance, the state’s largest medical-malpractice insurance provider, $48,400 after an investigation into its business practices. The division accused COPIC of “numerous” issues related to its long-term care insurance program, for alleged deficiencies in justifying its rates, certain application forms and for how it solicits money for its ...
DCH finances improve Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 1:04PMIRON MOUNTAIN - Dickinson County Healthcare System's revenues soared in June, providing some stability after months of red ink. Hospital trustees on Thursday approved a financial report showing operating income of $691,042 in June.
U.S Representatives: Three seeking GOP nod, chance to challenge Himes Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 10:31AMJim Himes became the first Democrat to represent southwestern Connecticut in the U.S. House of Representatives since 1968 when he beat Chris Shays in 2008. Now three Republicans are hoping to be the man to keep Himes to one term.
NightHawk Radiology Holdings, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2010 Results Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 3:01PMSCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- NightHawk Radiology Holdings, Inc. , the leading provider of radiology solutions to radiology groups across the United States today announced its financial results for second quarter 2010.
GOP Candidates for Fifth District Nomination Face Off WEB FIRST Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 9:30AMEach of the three Republican candidates seeking the GOP’s nod to challenge two-term Democratic incumbent Chris Murphy for the Fifth Congressional District seat stressed in a debate Monday night in Brookfield, sponsored by The Housatonic Times and The Litchfield County Times, that he has what it takes to help effect change at the federal level for the country to regain economic stability, the ...
Medical insurer sanctioned, fined in Colo. Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 2:13AMA Colorado company that provides mostly medical malpractice insurance in three states was sanctioned by the state's Division of Insurance for a variety of violations — including a lack of clarity to clients about its political action committee — and fined $44,000, the division announced Wednesday.
Sager, Nugent battle in House Dist. 5 GOP primary Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 11:13PMThe Republican primary for Florida's 5th Congressional District might offer local voters the best front-row opportunity to juxtapose the strength of the Tea Party set with that of the establishment it seeks to upset.
This is why private medicare in India is sick Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 10:59PMMahesh Vijapurkar on why the very purpose of medical insurance to make treatment affordable is being lost out entirely.
MMC's financial picture is brighter Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 11:12PMMemorial Medical Center’s financial picture is brighter by $1,596,142 this week, Chief Executive Officer Jason Anglin told hospital trustees at their meeting Tuesday.
America Service Group Announces Second Quarter Results Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 3:00PMBRENTWOOD, Tenn.----America Service Group Inc. :
Boston Med: Tale of Two OB- GYN Residents Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 6:35AMRachel Clark, an OB-GYN resident at Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital, says there's no margin for error on the labor floor. Work comes first, her life comes second. Boston - Medicine - Health - United States - Medical Specialties
GOP’s Kimball would cut as governor Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 10:56PMEDITOR’S NOTE: This is another in an occasional series of stories based on meetings between The Telegraph editorial board and candidates for federal and state office in the upcoming elections. Republican candidate for governor Jack Kimball, of Dover, says state spending and taxes on business must be significantly cut to balance future budgets and stimulate job growth. “That’s going to be my main ...
Rite Aid Agrees To Pay $1 Million To Settle HIPAA Privacy Case Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:08PMRite Aid Corporation and its 40 affiliated entities (RAC) have agreed to pay $1 million to settle potential violations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) Privacy Rule, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced today. In a coordinated action, RAC also signed a consent order with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to settle potential ...
Builder Agent Network Announces New Insurance Package for Home Builders in Texas Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 9:52AMDALLAS, TX -- The Builder Agent Network, emerging as a leading provider of insurance programs for home builders throughout Texas, has announced the expansion of their offerings available to Texas home builders and general contractors.
Firm keeps N.H. malpractice premiums unchanged Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 6:49AMProSelect Insurance Company has announced that it will not be increasing medical liability insurance premiums for New Hampshire providers.According to a press release, the company said, “medical malpractice jury awards have leveled in New Hampshire," prompting the decision to "stabilize” insurance rates.More than 900 individual physicians and surgeons will see stabilized premiums throughout ...