New Medicaid rules could disqualify thousands of Philadelphians. City officials are trying to stem the problem.Mayor Cherelle L. Parker's administration is working to reach people who could lose coverage under new eligibility and administrative rules that will take effect over the next several months.The Philadelphia Inquirer14h agoWhole story →Health
In Pennsylvania, the epicenter of online gambling, bettors with addiction beg lawmakers to act“The casino itself has expanded basically into infinity,” a UCLA addiction expert said.The Philadelphia Inquirer2d agoWhole story →CommerceTechnologyonline gambling regulation
IBX in $22.5 million Medicare Advantage false claims settlementThe federal government's settlement with IBX followed May's $117.7 million settlement with Aetna, another significant Medicare Advantage insurer in the Philadelphia region.The Philadelphia Inquirer5d agoWhole story →Healthmedicare advantage settlement
Senate committee advances Saphier’s nomination for surgeon generalThe surgeon general position carries limited policymaking power but serves as a loud megaphone as the nation’s top communicator to Americans on public health issues.The Philadelphia Inquirer5d agoWhole story →Healthsurgeon general nomination
Senate Republicans make a final legislative push ahead of midtermsSenate Majority Leader John Thune (R., S.D.) decided against sending senators home early last week to campaign, opting to keep the Senate in session to try to bolster Republicans’ legislative record.The Philadelphia Inquirer7d agoWhole story →CommerceGovernmentJohn Thunemidterm elections push
