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Trump quiere que Harris pague un precio político por ofrecer salud a inmigrantes sin papeles

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kffhealthnews.org – Joanne Kenen – 2024-11-01 13:18:00

SUMMARY: María Sánchez, una inmigrante de 87 años de México, vive sin papeles en Illinois y carecía de seguro médico durante años, a pesar de haber trabajado y pagado impuestos. A los 65, no pudo inscribirse en Medicare y evitó atención hasta caer enferma. En 2020, Illinois lanzó un programa que cubre a mayores indocumentados, permitiendo a María acceder a atención médica que le salvó la vida. Esta iniciativa se enmarca en un movimiento más amplio en estados demócratas para proporcionar seguro a inmigrantes. Sin embargo, enfrenta críticas republicanas y desafíos económicos, dado el creciente costo del programa en Illinois.

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LGBTQ+ People Relive Old Traumas as They Age on Their Own

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kffhealthnews.org – Judith Graham – 2024-12-24 07:00:00

SUMMARY: Bill Hall, a 71-year-old HIV survivor, has endured numerous health challenges, including depression, heart disease, and cancer since contracting the virus in 1986. His struggles are compounded by trauma from childhood, where he faced bullying and abuse in a government boarding school. LGBTQ+ seniors like Hall often face isolation, with many living alone and lacking social support. By 2030, the number of LGBTQ+ seniors is projected to double, increasing their vulnerability to health issues and mental struggles. Many have experienced profound loss from the AIDS crisis, leading to ongoing emotional challenges. Support services remain critical for this aging population.

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Caseworkers Coax Homeless People out of Las Vegas’ Tunnels for Treatment

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kffhealthnews.org – Angela Hart – 2024-12-23 07:00:00

SUMMARY: In Las Vegas, case manager Bryon Johnson searches the underground tunnels for homeless individuals like Jay Flanders, who suffers from health issues and substance abuse. Escaping rising housing costs and law enforcement, around 1,200 to 1,500 people live in these tunnels, which provide shelter from extreme weather but pose significant health risks, especially during monsoon season. Outreach workers emphasize the dangers of drug addiction and untreated health conditions, urging residents to seek medical care above ground. As housing costs soar, many homeless individuals, including tourists, end up in these perilous conditions, seeking cover from societal judgment and harsh weather.

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In Settling Fraud Case, New York Medicare Advantage Insurer, CEO Will Pay up to $100M

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kffhealthnews.org – Fred Schulte, KFF Health News – 2024-12-20 16:31:00

SUMMARY: Independent Health Association of Buffalo and Betsy Gaffney, CEO of medical analytics firm DxID, have agreed to a settlement of up to $100 million to resolve Justice Department allegations of fraudulent Medicare billing for exaggerated or non-existent health conditions. Independent Health will pay up to $98 million, while Gaffney will contribute $2 million. Neither party admitted wrongdoing. The case was triggered by whistleblower Teresa Ross, highlighting issues of “upcoding” in Medicare Advantage plans. Ross, having faced repercussions for her allegations, will receive at least $8.2 million from the settlement. This case underscores the challenges of regulating billing practices in the Medicare system.

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