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Changes to the computation of group rates in the FEHBP are coming. We talk with Checkbook\'s Walton Francis about what that may mean for you.
Dr. Harry Greenspun is the Senior Advisor for Health Care Transformation and Technology at Deloitte Center for Health Solutions. He joins the Federal Drive with information on how social media should be a part of health care management
The health care of wounded warriors, military members and their families in the area is about to change forever, and the change is historic. And, after 102 years, Walter Reed Medical Center will close.
May 17th, 2011 at 10 AM Nationally recognized health leaders representing the federal government, military/veterans, and industry will share their perspectives on the ongoing transformation of healthcare using information technology. Topics discussed will include barriers faced in achieving interoperable health systems, interagency initiatives in healthcare information technology, diversity initiatives to ensure that no community is left behind, and examples of providers harnessing the best use of information technology in healthcare and strategic use of health IT across the United States.
Health and Human Services recognizes six software tools that are leading the way in innovation for the agency.
Members of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel are studying the Defense Department\'s proposal to increase fees for working-age retirees who use the military\'s TRICARE health insurance benefit. The panel heard, in separate hearings, from DoD officials defending the increase, and retiree groups who fear it is a \"camel\'s nose under the tent.\"
Virginia\'s lawmakers are heading toward the end of their 45-day legislative session with big decisions to make on the three big items that directly affect people\'s lives: transportation, education and health care
Virginia\'s attorney general took his fight against the federal health care law to Capitol Hill Wednesday, stepping onto a national stage before the House Judiciary Committee.
GAO says neither department has any particular plans, goals, or timeframes for creating a joint system.
When compared to private sector plans, VA\'s findings showed higher quality marks for VA health care. We learn about the data used to come to that conclusion from the VA\'s Dr. Robert Petzel.
Defense Secretary Robert Gates wants to impose what he says are \"modest\" fee increases on some TRICARE beneficiaries. We\'ll have reaction from the groups who\'ll be impacted.
The market researcher reports that government will have opportunities in health care and green energy.
Walt Francis, editor of Checkbook\'s Guide to Health Plans for Federal Employees, joins FEDtalk to discuss the major changes for federal employees to their FEHBP health, vision and dental plans. December 3, 2010
The VA launches online tools to allow vets to compare VA hospitals.