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Monthly Archives: July 2011
We’re Only Human, Even Our Doctors and Nurses
A recent post in the New York Times health blog focuses on medical errors and the outcomes for both patients and providers. Earlier this year, you may have heard about a nurse named Kim Hiatt who committed suicide following a … Continue reading
Posted in Health Care Quality
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What Happened to Dr. Welby? New Medical School Admissions Process May Revive Bedside Manner in Our Docs
Even though Dr. Welby was a fictional physician, he embodied what every patient wants to see in his or her doctor; he was smart, caring, and outwardly committed to his patient’s well-being. In today’s complex health care system, often patients … Continue reading
Posted in Health Care Quality
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Consumers On-Board for Premium Freeze
As children, we may have been given a ‘time-out’ when our behavior spiraled out of control. Time-outs allowed us to stop our erratic behavior, and have a moment to regroup and learn from our mistakes. On June 30th, Health Care … Continue reading
Window opens for individuals and families to buy or change health plans
The first annual six-week open enrollment period to purchase individual health insurance has begun. Until August 15, Massachusetts residents who either want to purchase individual or family health insurance coverage or want to switch their existing coverage will be able … Continue reading
Posted in Private Market
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Celebrate America by Celebrating Our Immigrants (Not Fighting Them in Court)
The budget released last night continues the Commonwealth Care Bridge program for another fiscal year, with a $42 million funding level. The program only cover “special status” legal immigrants who were enrolled in the full Commonwealth Care program as of … Continue reading
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Health Wonk Boot Camp Day 4 – Possible, Not Impossible
The last day of health wonk boot camp kicked off with Acting DHCFP Commissioner Seena Perumal Carrington giving a recap of the past few days. Ms. Carrington spoke about the sense of urgency that has been a constant theme throughout … Continue reading
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Victory for Consumers – Budget Preserves Restrictions on Pharma Marketing
The House-Senate Conference Committee just filed the budget for FY 2012, which starts at midnight tonight (download the 314 page pdf, if you must). We are grateful that the budget does not make any changes to current state laws restricting … Continue reading
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