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THE GUIDANCE ON SCHIP: STATES WAIT, WATCH AND HOPE
Many states continue to be confused and concerned by guidance sent by CMS to states last August. The guidance lays out new criteria that states must meet if they want to use the SCHIP plans to cover children in families with incomes above 250 percent of the federal poverty level. Click here to read more. |
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DELAWARE FINDS THAT WELLNESS IS HEALTHY FOR THE BOTTOM LINE
The First State's comprehensive wellness program for state employees saved $62,000 in the pilot phase alone. And other studies show that encouraging workers to adopt healthier lifestyles can increase worker productivity and prevent high-cost conditions from developing or worsening. Click here to read more. |
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MARYLAND OVERHAULS MEDICAID DENTAL SYSTEM
Despite a sluggish economy, Maryland's General Assembly has voted to invest millions of new dollars in its Medicaid dental program. The funds will increase provider reimbursement rates, grant new powers to dental hygienists and create a "single vendor." Click here to read more. |
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HIGHLIGHTS
Long-term care cost increases…NYC calorie count…D.C. needle exchange |
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GRAPHICALLY SPEAKING
More than 91,000 infants were the victims of maltreatment during their first year of life; a third suffered abuse or neglect during their first week of life: a first-ever study from the CDC. Click here to see more. |
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Volume 29, Issue 515
May 12, 2008 |
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