health insurance
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PublishedAugust 21, 2022
How to protect yourself against unexpected medical bills, insurance denials
The system can be a nightmare to navigate. Here's some advice on how to do it.
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PublishedAugust 21, 2022
Hidden charges, denied claims: Medical bills leave patients confused, frustrated, helpless
'Facility fees' – charges assessed simply for having a procedure done in a hospital – are increasingly contributing to surprisingly large bills.
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PublishedAugust 10, 2022
Oasis Free Clinic expansion will add mental health services, double size
An $833,000 federal grant will help fund the Brunswick facility's expansion, which will fill a big need, the executive director says.
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PublishedAugust 4, 2022
Our View: The number of uninsured Americans is at an all-time low. Let’s keep it that way
If Congress doesn't act, then millions of Americans could lose health coverage at the end of the year.
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PublishedMay 8, 2022
Another View: Price dispute shows need for Medicare for all
As Anthem and Maine Medical Center fight over millions, Mainers are spending too much for health care.
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PublishedMay 2, 2022
South Portland medical practice leaving Anthem network over reimbursements
Fore River Urology says the change will go into effect Aug. 1 for those with commercial plans, Sept. 1 for those with Medicare Advantage.
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PublishedMay 1, 2022
The Maine Millennial: U.S. health care coverage is a battle of the robots
Trying to get an insurer to pay for something requires the stamina to outlast the ranks of automated voices and customer service agents.
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PublishedApril 30, 2022
Maine Voices: Insurance payment delays highlight deepening crisis for Maine EMS providers
It seems inconceivable that a call to 911 may go unanswered, but such a nightmare scenario is closer on a daily basis than the public may realize.
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PublishedApril 26, 2022
Anthem president: We’re working to protect health care affordability
The insurer is committed to coming back to the negotiating table, and it hopes MaineHealth will join them, Denise McDonough says.
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PublishedApril 22, 2022
Our View: Anthem not telling the whole story in Maine price dispute
A $136 bag of saline is a sign of a bad system, not price gouging by MaineHealth.
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