Stacy Fisher+FollowMedicare’s Weight Loss Drug LoopholeHere’s the scoop: Medicare still won’t cover weight loss drugs just for dropping pounds, but if your doc prescribes Ozempic or Mounjaro for diabetes, or Zepbound for sleep apnea, you’re in luck! These meds get the green light if they’re treating an FDA-approved condition. Bonus: there’s a $2,000 yearly cap on out-of-pocket drug costs in 2025. So, if you qualify, those pricey shots just got way more affordable! #Health #BodyHealth #Medicare3825Share
edwardspeter+FollowMedicare Surgery Shake-Up: What’s Changing?Medicare is about to get a major facelift! The new proposed rules could mean more surgeries done in outpatient centers (not just hospitals), more price transparency, and even a crackdown on hospital drug payments. Plus, digital health and virtual care are getting a permanent boost. Some controversial changes too: DEI programs in medical education could be out, and hospitals face stricter reporting. Bottom line: cheaper, more flexible care for patients, but hospitals and docs will have to keep up! #Health #BodyHealth #Medicare129102Share
Dana David+FollowCMS Just Dropped a Bomb for SpecialistsMedicare is shaking things up! CMS wants to make specialists treating heart failure or low back pain join a new value-based payment model—no opt-outs. Docs will be scored on quality, cost, and tech, with up to 9% bonuses or penalties. It’s all about getting specialists to work closer with primary care and cut waste. If you’re a provider, time to check your referral game and IT setup—this could seriously impact your paycheck! #Health #BodyHealth #Medicare284Share
Keith Stokes+FollowSNFs Get More Time for Medicare RevalidationCMS just gave skilled nursing facilities a little breathing room! The deadline to revalidate Medicare enrollment is now January 1, 2026. But heads up—SNFs have to spill way more details about who owns and runs the place, plus anyone with financial ties. CMS says it’s all about tracking quality of care and where the money goes. If you’re in the SNF world, keep an eye out for more updates and start gathering those docs! #Health #BodyHealth #Medicare00Share
Dana David+FollowMedicare Shake-Up: Big Changes Ahead!Major Medicare update alert! CMS just dropped a proposal that could totally change how hospitals and surgery centers get paid starting in 2026. Think: more price transparency, lower bills for patients, and no more paying extra just because of where you get treated. Hospitals will have to post clear prices, and those who don’t could get fined. Plus, the star rating system is getting a makeover—no more 5 stars for underperformers! Could this finally make healthcare costs less confusing? #Health #BodyHealth #Medicare287188Share
Keith Stokes+FollowMedicare’s Surprising Cosmetic Surgery RuleDid you know Medicare won’t cover any surgery that’s just for looks? Yep, things like eyelid lifts, Botox, tummy tucks, and nose jobs are all on the no-go list unless it’s medically necessary (like after an accident or for function). If you’re thinking about a cosmetic procedure, you’ll have to pay out of pocket or look into financing—just watch out for those sneaky interest rates! Always double-check if your surgery is considered medical or cosmetic before booking anything. #Health #BodyHealth #Medicare81Share
derek12+FollowMedicare Premiums Set to Jump—Plan Ahead!Heads up if you’re on Medicare: monthly Part B premiums could leap to $206.50 in 2026, the biggest jump in a decade. That means more of your Social Security check goes to healthcare, not coffee runs or grandkid gifts. Why? More pricey treatments are moving to outpatient care, and Medicare Advantage plans are getting more popular (and expensive). Best move: start budgeting now, shop around during open enrollment, and look for local tax breaks to soften the blow. #Business #Medicare #RetirementPlanning5966Share
Edward Parrish+FollowMedicare’s New Pre-Approval Rule—What?!Traditional Medicare is rolling out prior authorizations for certain treatments in six states starting 2026. This is a big shift—until now, you didn’t need pre-approval for most stuff! The move is meant to crack down on unnecessary care (and wild spending on things like skin substitutes), but it could mean more hoops for patients and providers. Only 17 services are affected for now, but more could be added. Would you want your doctor to get pre-approval before treating you? #Medicare #HealthcareNews #PriorAuthorization #Health #BodyHealth4761Share
Kristi Key+FollowMedicare Wait Hurts Alzheimer’s FamiliesImagine getting diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s and then being told you have to wait over two years for Medicare to kick in. That’s the reality for thousands of families, and it’s draining their savings just to afford care and new treatments. With drug prices sky-high and support hard to get, caregivers are calling on Congress to end the 29-month wait. Missing out on early treatment means losing precious time with loved ones. How is this still a thing? #AlzheimersAwareness #Medicare #HealthcareReform #Health #BodyHealth73Share
Dana David+FollowWhy Your Next Scan Might Cost MoreMedical scans are a $6B industry, and big investors are snapping up radiology clinics—now 65% are owned by corporations, not doctors. Here’s why that’s raising eyebrows: 1) Less competition means higher prices and fewer choices. 2) More scans = more profits, even if you don’t need them. 3) Clinics are being flipped for quick cash, not patient care. Are we letting profits mess with our health? #healthcare #radiology #medicare #Health #BodyHealth71Share
