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Lew says budget deal with Congress can be reached
By Martin Crustsinger"Claiming that this budget is an act of courage on entitlements ... is a claim. It is not reality," said Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah.
April 11, 2013
Safety agency says baby study failed to disclose risksParents were not warned of death or blindness in premature infant study.
April 11, 2013
Safety agency says baby study failed to disclose risksParents were not warned of death or blindness in premature infant study.
April 11, 2013
How much does it hurt? Let’s scan your brainIf we can universally quantify pain levels, could insurers use that as a threshold to not pay for pain drugs?
April 11, 2013
Cohen: PPACA reveals costs that are already hereThe CCIIO chief says the law will reallocate amounts now listed under "uncompensated care."
April 11, 2013
Cardiologist admits to $19 million conspiracyProsecutors say the doctor defrauded private health insurers as well as public health programs.
April 11, 2013
Psst! I have a secret (product)Most consumers could use coverage for a few months' of post-acute care.
April 11, 2013
Cohen: PPACA reveals costs that are already hereThe CCIIO chief says the law will reallocate amounts now listed under "uncompensated care."