Medicare Prescription Drug

nations and countries. In spite of high investments and spending on healthcare, efficiency in treatment, equity in care and access to health has still been a question mark. Most of the spending comes from the government through various programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and Veterans Services. The health insurance to the public is also provided majorly by the government. Leading to tremendous changes in the healthcare insurance, came into play the amendment of Patient Protection and Affordable…

A person’s mental health can affect their feelings, thoughts, and actions (What 2013). Currently, 19 states have yet to expand Medicaid eligibility and mental health is an important topic of consideration (Current 2017). The first article is titled “The Effects of Medicaid Eligibility on Mental Health Services and Out-of-Pocket Spending for Mental Health Services” (hereinafter referred to as “Article #1”) and that article will be compared and contrasted to the article titled “Medicaid Expansions…

Republicans and Democrats have not agreed on much for a long time, since the late 1700’s, in fact. They are not afraid to let people know that they disagree and they have no filter on how they show it. In fact, this year has been a huge year for the political parties because it is an election year. Also this election has been none like others, because of the name calling, private e-mail leaks and so much more. It has shown the true sides of both parties. In-between all of that, the parties did…

When it comes to appeals any decision made by the Department of Veteran Affairs on any benefit claim such as disability, cemetery services, healthcare, GI Bill, etc, can be appeal for any reason. If the veteran feels that VA did not make correct decision and that they are entitled to additional benefits veteran has the right to file an appeal. All appeals must be filed within one year of a Veteran Benefits Administration decision. Historically only about 11-12% of all claim decisions are…

Vocational Rehabilitation The Soldiers Rehabilitation Act to the Workforce Investment Act and One-Stops. The Soldiers Rehabilitation Act served as the beginning of federal involvement in employment assistance. Later, programs were enacted, focusing on education and training of economically disadvantaged workers in expanding labor markets. (Crimando and Riggar, 2012) History The Soldiers Rehabilitation Act of 1918 became the thrust for the establishment of a civilian program serving individuals…

The Advisory Counsel develops and implements the four-year Area Plan, required by the Older Americans Act. The Agency is COA Accredited, AIRS certified, Medicare certified, and licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services. The organizational structure and its partnership with many coalitions throughout Maricopa County enable to Agency to truly reach and impact diverse populations. The perception…

Aging and Social Welfare Policy Early in the history of the United States the family was largely responsible for the care of the elderly. This is still important today, however, due to the longevity of life now and the unavailability of people these days to accomplish this, our government established some guidelines to accomplish this task. Older Americans Act of 1965 The Older Americans act of 1965 (OAA) was formed in 1965 to assist the elderly. There are numerous services provided by the OAA…

ThereUnlike many people think, social security does not just benefit older Americans. Today 52 million people receive benefits from social security taxes. When people work they are required to pay social security taxes which are used for retire people, people with disabilities, and dependents of beneficiaries. Social security also supplies people with benefits. Retirements benefits allow people of that are at full retirement age to receive money. If a person is not at a full retirement their…

There are several different levels of plans provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance as outlined by HealthCare.gov, a federally run website that provides insurance exchange programs under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act enacted in 2010. These various different levels of plans grow increasingly more specific and therefore more expensive as you acquire insurance with better coverage. Evaluation of the least inclusive and therefore least expensive plan, Blue Cross and…

Referral for profit and physician-owned medical services have been a topic of debate since the 1980s, consequently leading to the passing of the Stark Law in 1989, which went into effect on January 1, 1992. However, this law included several exceptions. The Stark Law allows physician-owned medical services, providing these services take place on the same site as their medical practice. The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) opposes physician-owned physical therapy shops (POPTS) citing…