Health & Wellness

TL/DR - The Medicare Advantage (MA) program in the US, which allows enrollees to access private health plans, is under scrutiny due to increased spending and systemic weaknesses, according to a report discussed by the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), a panel that advises Congress. Despite the program's popularity and success,…

TL/DR - The American Hospital Association’s (AHA) 2024 Rural Advocacy Agenda is targeting Medicare Advantage plans over issues related to payments and prior authorization procedures. AHA's President and CEO, Rick Pollack, has voiced concerns about administrative workload, delayed payments, and denial of claims that impact patient care. The AHA…

TL/DR - Montana currently assists more than 250,000 predominantly low-income residents with healthcare through Medicaid, a state-federal partnership that sees the federal government covering 80% of costs. Medicaid not only supports lower-income individuals and families but also helps keep overall healthcare insurance costs down and benefits the…

Introducing the Zumba Fitness App Were you unaware that Zumba, a trailblazer in the fitness industry for over twenty years, did not have a bespoke app? You're not alone! The globally recognized dance-fitness brand has recently made its debut on the App Store and Google Play Store. Read on to discover more about the Zumba fitness app.…