Retirees whose former employers offer health coverage are being shifted to privately run Medicare Advantage, often against their wishes. The change saves millions for employers.
Category: Medicare Advantage
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More Retiree Health Plans Move Away From Traditional Medicare
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Senator Elizabeth Warren Criticizes Medigap Sales Incentives in New Report
The New York Times – Business:Senator Elizabeth Warren has issued a report urging oversight of insurance brokers who are being offered financial incentives to push more expensive plans.
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New Medicare Rule Aims to Take Back $4.7 Billion From Insurers
The New York Times – Business:The government plans to aggressively audit Medicare Advantage plans for overbilling but may face lawsuits.
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U.S. Health Officials Seek New Curbs on Private Medicare Advantage Plans
The New York Times – Business:Proposed regulations would crack down on misleading ads for the private plans and would enhance scrutiny of denials for coverage of medical care.