Government study reports hospitals overpay for devices

Posted by Sara Steel at February 08, 2012
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WASHINGTON,DC – According to a report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released on February 3, some hospitals pay thousands of dollars more than others for costly medical devices such as hip replacements and defibrillators; furthermore, a portion of the higher costs could be passed on to the Medicare program.

Among 31 hospitals surveyed by GAO investigators, one paid $8,723 more than another for an identical model of a device that regulates heart rhythm. The cost for the device, the implantable cardioverter defibrillator, is typically between $16,445 and $19,007.

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How to buy life insurance in the right manner

Posted by Admin at February 02, 2012
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life insuranceMost people buy life insurance for their loved ones are protected financially in the event of their death. But people do not often realize that even if they have to pay the funeral expenses and income replacement are two very important reasons for purchasing a life insurance policy – you can also use life insurance to pay for a house, retirement plan or avoid tax penalties when you transfer real estate.

Whatever your situation, it is important to know that the policy suits your needs and those of people you love. Full Article…

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Refusal to Respond, Among Other Things, Results in Bad Faith Against Carrier

Posted by Ethan Kinnear at January 24, 2012
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In a federal case from Washington, a company providing general contracting services found itself facing lawsuits for construction defects and its insurance company would not respond to its requests for coverage or indemnification.

Ledcor Industries (USA) Inc. (“Ledcor”), a general contractor, obtained insurance coverage from Virginia Surety Company, Inc. (“Virginia Surety”). The policy was issued specifically for the Adelaide Project, to construct townhomes and condominiums. The owner and developer of the construction project was West Seattle Property, LLC (“WSP”).

When the homeowners associations (“HOA”) for the condominiums and townhomes found certain construction defects, they contacted Ledcor.

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Indoor games to play with your pet

Posted by Sara Steel at January 16, 2012
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If the weather outside is still frightful and chilly where you are, you might be looking for ways to keep your dog or cat entertained inside. For those days that you miss your morning walk or just don’t feel like going outside, the following indoor games will help work out your pet both mentally and physically, which is good for overall pet health. And just like training him, playing games with your dog enhances your bond and helps keep him focused on you.

Change these games to reward your dog in the way he is best motivated: praise, belly rubs, favorite toys, balls to fetch, or treats. T

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Do you need life insurance if you are a single without children?

Posted by Admin at January 10, 2012
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life-insuranceIf you ask a person only if they have taken out life insurance, do not be surprised if they look at you blankly. It is true that singles who are young and healthy rarely think about their own mortality yet only life insurance. The fact is that young people do not feel they need life insurance. It is better to take a longer period because if you decide to get married in their thirties, you might have a health problem by then that can affect your life insurance rates. Full Article…

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Papers show how the Administration will defend health insurance mandate

Posted by Sara Steel at January 08, 2012
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The Obama administration has fired a shot across the bow in the soon-to-be debated health care overhaul before the Supreme Court.

The administration filed papers with the court on Friday arguing that the mandated portion of the health care program, the most controversial aspect of the new law, is constitutional and should be upheld by the justices when they hear the case in late March. Friday’s submission suggested that given the “supreme national importance (of health insurance) that consumes 18 percent of the U.S. economy” the mandate falls within Congress’ power under the Constitution’s Commerce Clause. However,

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