Weekly Washington Healthcare Update

Weekly Washington healthcare update

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CMS's preparation for the expansion of Medicare's durable medical equipment competitive bidding program has come under scrutiny from Congress this week, following the exposure of potential inadequate screening of some winning suppliers in Tennessee, …
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Late Oklahoma congressman passionate about dangers of tobacco

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“Not only would all the substance abuse prevention programs probably disappear, but I would guess almost every inpatient treatment center, drug court and other drug and alcohol programs in this part of the state would cease to exist. “If you think we …
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3 ETX doctors among 57 disciplined by Texas Medical Board at June meeting

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The Board found Dr. Akin inappropriately prescribed dangerous drugs or controlled substances to himself and family members and failed to maintain adequate medical records. Alvear, Joel, M.D. … The Board found Dr. Felder failed to meet the standard of …
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Project 25 gaining acclaim for a unique approach to treating mental illness

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The program, which began in May, aims to present such issues in a comprehensive manner by addressing not only the medical aspects of substance abuse and mental illness but also the secondary health risks and the treatment of the individual overall …
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