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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has announced the inclusion of three new cancer types in its list of presumed service-connected disabilities due to military environmental exposure …
VA Adds Three Cancers to Presumptive Service-Connected Disabilities List Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has been recognized as one of the top 10 fastest rising research institutions in North America by the prestigious Nature Index. …
VA Research Ranks Among Top 10 Fastest Rising Institutions in North America Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a bipartisan effort to address the healthcare disparities faced by rural and underserved communities across the United States, Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Roger Wicker (R-MS) …
New Legislation Aims to Strengthen Healthcare in Rural America Through Medical Student Training Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Two Pennsylvania physicians have admitted involvement in a jaw-dropping healthcare fraud scheme. John H. Johnson and Paula Z. Johnson, both 62, pleaded guilty Monday to a conspiracy …
Pennsylvania Medics in $1.4bn Scam: Couple Pleads Guilty to Massive Fraud Scheme Read More
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA — MedRisk, a leader in the field of managed physical medicine for workers’ compensation, has unveiled its 2024 Industry Trend Report. The report provides an in-depth …
MedRisk’s 2024 Industry Report Highlights Potential for Innovation in Workers’ Compensation Physical Therapy Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move to improve health outcomes and address disparities, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) this week introduced the Community Health Worker Access Act on Thursday. The …
Casey’s Community Health Worker Access Act: A Vital Step towards Bridging Health Disparities Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move set to benefit millions of Americans, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, this week introduced a …
Sen. Bob Casey Advocates for Improved Health Care Access with the Helping States Integrate Medicare and Medicaid Act Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has launched several initiatives to confront the growing crisis in direct care worker shortages. Through the Administration for …
Revamping the Care System: New US Initiatives Aim to Retain Vital Direct Care Workforce Amidst Rising Demand Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — When retired U.S. Army Veteran Keith Dotts stood in the lobby of the Coatesville VA Medical Center (VAMC), his frustration was palpable. After taking time off work …
Veteran’s Frustration Turns to Satisfaction: A Tale of Care at Coatesville VA Medical Center Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a defining move, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has finalized a rule destined to significantly boost access to health information and streamline the …
A Revolutionary Shift in Healthcare: CMS’ Final Rule Set to Streamline and Digitize Prior Authorization Process Read More