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How profit incentives control your cancer care
How one of the largest oncology groups in America blatantly traded cancer patients’ welfare for profit.
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How corporate lobbyists affect FDA approval
A case study into how major corporations have shaped FDA regulations and approval decisions.
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Half of your dental work may have been unnecessary
How financial incentives may have shaped the type of dental care you received.
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DME Fraud: $101 million in unnecessary medical equipment
Introduction In recent years, the healthcare industry has seen an alarming surge in fraudulent activities, with the Naviwala case emerging as a stark example. This particular episode serves as a vivid demonstration of how seemingly benign systems can be weaponized against unsuspecting victims and, in turn, taxpayers. Worst of all, these transactions also risked patient…
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Cataract Surgery Fraud: Why You Need a Second Opinion
Medicare fraud and how it can affect your cataract While most doctors will prioritize patient care, the financial landscape of healthcare can sometimes blur lines. Cataract surgery, being one of the most commonly performed surgeries in the United States, can be a significant source of revenue for clinics and surgeons. Cataract surgery is the top…
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A1C Holdings: When compliance becomes complicit
Introduction Since March 2007, the Healthcare Fraud Unit has charged over 5,000 defendants who have billed federal health care programs and private insurers more than $24 billion. When we hear about vast sums of money being fraudulently billed to Medicare, it’s easy to get lost in the numbers. Yet, at the core of such figures…
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Understanding diabetes diagnostics
The ABC’s of diabetes If you’re trying to better understand your situation, here’s what to look for on your bloodwork: We will dive into the glycated Hemoglobin (A1C) test in the next section after covering some key terminology. Unmanaged insulin resistance (the underlying condition in diabetics) narrows your blood vessels and thus increases…
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Optimizing fat and protein intake
Eat healthy fats and lean proteins before your carbs The old suggestion to eat your dinner before dessert may have some additional wisdom—studies show that saving your carbohydrate-rich foods for the end of your meal can blunt the glucose rush. Since fat slows the breakdown of food in your stomach, adding some polyunsaturated fats into…