Medicaid spending is set to increase in 2026 by 6.8 percent. It will grow by the same amount in 2027, […]
Edward Balaban: Independent NPs won’t solve Pennsylvania’s deeper healthcare problems
As a physician serving Pennsylvania’s communities, I’m deeply concerned about the push for full independent practice for nurse practitioners (NPs) […]
Christine Flowers: In Skrmetti, Justice Barrett explains it all
This week, in United States v. Skrmetti, the high court upheld a Tennessee ban on certain medical treatments which would […]
Scott Bohn: A race against time
When I started my career in law enforcement, I took an oath to serve and protect my community. Now, as […]
Rapid response forming for Crozer-Chester employees
(The Center Square) – The Department of Labor and Industry, or L&I, has entered the void being created by the […]
Richard O’Flynn: Dr. Oz should prioritize strengthening Medicare Advantage to protect senior health care
I was encouraged to see Dr. Mehmet Oz confirmed as the new Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid […]
Beth Ann Rosica: Regardless of the reason, UPMC’s policy change is good for kids
The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center announced the termination of “gender-affirming care” for children. It’s a good thing.
By Beth Ann Rosica
After unsuccessful efforts, Crozer-Chester closing its doors
(The Center Square) – The battle to maintain healthcare access in the heavily burdened city of Chester has ended, for […]
Stu Bykofsky: Doctors’ questions leave sanity behind
How do you feel about your doctor, or other medical professional, asking about your gender, your gender identity, how many […]
New bill tackles direct ambulance reimbursements
(The Center Square) — Harrisburg lawmakers launched a bipartisan effort to address a financial crisis that is forcing many of […]