Nexium Costs Program Most The CMS dropped new data Thursday detailing the $103 billion that Medicare’s Part D prescription drug program spent in 2013. The agency said the release was part of the Obama administration’s plan to make the healthcare system more transparent. The data show the names, locations and specialties of physicians and healthcare… Continue reading CMS Unleashes Part D Drug Data

Providence Health & Services saw an improvement in its operating margin in 2014 as it treated more patients and reduced its bad debt, particularly in states that expanded their Medicaid rosters. The Renton, Wash.-based provider operates in five states, three of which expanded eligibility for Medicaid. Its hospitals saw a 26% increase in Medicaid patients… Continue reading Providence Health & Services Gets Boost From Medicaid Expansion

Don’t miss our new Caregiver Connections Newsletter with important information from Shield HealthCare! In this issue: •  Feature Article: Finding Time for Yourself •  Nutrition for Busy Caregivers •  Tips to Prevent Caregiver Burnout •  Words of Wisdom •  Featured Caregiver Story: I Feel Like A Rockstar Every Morning Click here to download the Newsletter in PDF format.

Caregiving can be a rewarding but demanding way of life. Sometimes it’s easy for the caregiver to put aside their needs in the process of caring for a loved one or a patient. Without making the time to rest, relax and rejuvenate, the many stresses of caregiving can build up to a point where it’s… Continue reading Tips to Prevent Caregiver Stress and Burnout