Month: December 2023

Alpena Medical Center Jumps Into Top Five for Quality and Safety

The federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services updated its star ratings last week. Alpena medical center jumped into the top five percent of hospitals in the country for overall quality and safety. The hospital also scored highly in patient surveys and was among a few Michigan hospitals to receive a high rating for saving […]

How to Shop For Health Insurance

When shopping for health insurance, it’s important to consider what your specific needs are and what costs you may face. There are many factors that can affect plan costs, including location, provider networks, financial assistance eligibility and coverage limitations. It’s also helpful to talk with family members or friends about their health insurance experience, particularly […]

Doctor Organization and the International Experience

Physicians are the most valuable resource in the healthcare system, providing a critical point of difference for their patients. Their relationships with their patients, expertise and training, and ability to negotiate for their patients create value in the marketplace that helps them secure contract terms with payers of health care services. To enhance their market […]

Understanding the Basics of Medical Insurance

A medical insurance plan pays for a person’s health-related expenses in the event of an accident or illness. It also helps cover the cost of prescription medications and other healthcare related costs. This coverage may be provided by private insurers, or it can be provided by the government through a national or state-run program. Many […]

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