Trends in Medicare Utilization by Dermatologists, 2012-2015
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DOI: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2018.4212
Abstract: Importance Medicare represents the second largest component of national health expenditures, and dermatologists receive a disproportionate percentage of Medicare payments. Analyzing trends in Medicare utilization by dermatologists informs optimal Medicare usage for both patients and… read more here.
Keywords: trends medicare; 2012 2015; amount; number ... See more keywords
Association Between Hospice Length of Stay, Health Care Utilization, and Medicare Costs at the End of Life Among Patients Who Received Maintenance Hemodialysis
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DOI: 10.1001/jamainternmed.2018.0256
Abstract: Importance Patients with end-stage renal disease are less likely to use hospice services than other patients with advanced chronic illness. Little is known about the timing of hospice referral in this population and its association… read more here.
Keywords: health care; hospice; care utilization; life ... See more keywords
Assessment of Hypothetical Out-of-Pocket Costs of Guideline-Recommended Medications for the Treatment of Older Adults With Multiple Chronic Conditions, 2009 and 2019.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamainternmed.2021.7457
Abstract: Importance Most adults 65 years or older have multiple chronic conditions. Managing these conditions with prescription drugs can be costly, particularly for older adults with limited incomes. Objective To estimate hypothetical out-of-pocket costs associated with… read more here.
Keywords: medicare; older adults; pocket; guideline recommended ... See more keywords
The Patient Driven Payment Model, Skilled Nursing Facility Coding Intensity, and Medicare Expenditures.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamainternmed.2025.2881
Abstract: Importance The Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM), implemented in October 2019, fundamentally changed how Medicare reimburses skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) for postacute care, shifting from therapy volume-based payment to reimbursement based on patient clinical and… read more here.
Keywords: coding intensity; intensity medicare; medicare; payment ... See more keywords
Association of the Mandatory Medicare Bundled Payment With Joint Replacement Outcomes in Hospitals With Disadvantaged Patients
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2019.14696
Abstract: This cohort study examines changes in health care spending, use, and quality of care after the implementation of Medicare’s first mandatory bundled payment system at participating hospitals and among dual-eligible patients. read more here.
Keywords: bundled payment; mandatory medicare; association mandatory; medicare bundled ... See more keywords
Analysis of Medicare Advantage Plans’ Supplemental Benefits and Variation by County
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2021.14359
Abstract: This cross-sectional study examines the uptake of several newly allowable Medicare Advantage benefits in 2021 as well as geographic differences in benefit offerings between rural and urban areas, plan penetration, and social vulnerability. read more here.
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Association of Health Insurance Literacy With Enrollment in Traditional Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Plan Characteristics Within Medicare Advantage
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2021.46792
Abstract: Key Points Question How is health insurance literacy associated with coverage choices between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage, as well as within Medicare Advantage? Findings In this cross-sectional study of 6627 Medicare beneficiaries, higher health… read more here.
Keywords: medicare; health insurance; medicare advantage;
Comparison of Medicare Advantage vs Traditional Medicare for Health Care Access, Affordability, and Use of Preventive Services Among Adults With Low Income
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.15227
Abstract: Key Points Question How do health care access, preventive care use, and affordability of care compare between adults aged 65 years or older with low income enrolled in Medicare Advantage vs traditional Medicare? Findings In… read more here.
Keywords: medicare; health; low income; medicare advantage ... See more keywords
Measuring Local-Area Racial Segregation for Medicare Hospital Admissions
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.7473
Abstract: Key Points Question Do local acute care hospitals admit representative proportions of Black Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries based on their market areas? Findings In the cross-sectional study using 1991 hospitals admitting 4 870 252 Medicare fee-for-service patients, 79.4%… read more here.
Keywords: measuring local; segregation; medicare; local area ... See more keywords
Expansion of Medicare Coverage for Medical Nutrition Therapy
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.7716
Abstract: This cohort study assesses changes in the proportion of Medicare beneficiaries who would qualify for medical nutrition therapy under a proposed coverage expansion. read more here.
Keywords: medicare; medical nutrition; coverage; nutrition therapy ... See more keywords
The Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA) Made Simple for Medical and Radiation Oncologists: A Narrative Review
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DOI: 10.1001/jamaoncol.2018.5631
Abstract: Importance The Medicare Access and CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program) Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA) instituted significant changes in payment methods for many Medicare Part B billing providers (eg, clinicians and health care facilities). Fulfilling… read more here.
Keywords: medical radiation; macra; payment; oncology ... See more keywords