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MECHANICSBURG, PA — A recent survey conducted by LeadingAge PA, an association representing nonprofit and mission-driven nursing homes, has revealed a significant underfunding crisis affecting the care of the state’s …
Pennsylvania’s Nursing Homes Face a Critical Underfunding Crisis, Survey Finds Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant stride toward addressing the complex interplay between social conditions and health, Pennsylvania has been selected as one of nine states to participate in a …
Pennsylvania Joins National Initiative to Tackle Health-Related Social Needs Through Medicaid Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Wednesday, Senator Bob Casey, chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, sent a letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The …
Senator Casey Calls for Greater Oversight on Elderly Care Provider Papa Inc. Read More
LANCASTER, PA — The halls of Pennsylvania’s Department of Human Services (DHS) and Department of Health (DOH) are alive with hope. The Secretary of DHS, Dr. Val Arkoosh, and the …
Doula Access Expanded: A Beacon of Hope for Expecting Mothers in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a tale of lies and deception, a Philadelphia man has been found guilty of defrauding Medicaid to the tune of more than $4,200. Felipe L. Santos …
Philadelphia Man Found Guilty of $4,200 Medicaid Fraud: Jury Convicts Home Care Worker for Hours He Didn’t Work 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. — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently issued the final ‘Part One Guidance‘ for the incoming Medicare Prescription Payment Plan. This directive is set to …
The Definitive ‘Part One Guidance’ For Medicare Prescription Payment Plan: A Comprehensive Breakdown 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. — On February 26, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced an injection of $36.9 million to catalyze behavioral health services across America. The …
Behavioral Health Services Set to Expand Nationwide Thanks to HHS $36.9 Million Funding Boost Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move designed to provide relief for millions of Americans grappling with high prescription drug costs and to strengthen the Medicare system, the Centers for Medicare …
Medicare Overhaul Targets Lower Drug Costs, Bolsters Patient Protections Read More