Archive for October, 2007
Medicare 2008 premium hike low, but doctor pay remains unresolved
Physician organizations are crying foul that private health plans are expected to get a payment increase while doctors get a reduction.
Lawyer who sued wrong physician won’t pay up
The doctor won his attorney's fees back, but the plaintiff's lawyer is appealing.
Office of Inspector General backs plan to pay for emergency call
Health and Human Services says such arrangements still pose legal risks.
Former GOP leader out of Senate but still guiding on health issues: AMNews interviews William H. Frist, MD
Surgeon William H. Frist, MD, is working to reduce global poverty and improve health care.
States sue federal government over tighter SCHIP limits
The Bush administration wants proof that low-income kids are enrolled. State officials say HHS changed enrollment standards without getting public input.