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Recipients of Supplemental Security Income can expect to see their August payment, worth up to $943, in 25 days. The payments are given to those living with a serious debilitating disability that negatively affects their ability to make an income, according to the Social Security Administration. Those who file individually can receive a maximum of $943 per month, […]

Social Security update: August direct payment worth $943 goes out in 25 days

The second quarter of 2024 saw about a 5% decrease in hospital pharmacist job postings compared to last year, according to a report from the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. The AACP's pharmacy demand report recorded 2,228 open hospital pharmacy positions in the second quarter of 2023, and a...

Demand for hospital pharmacists dips

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Will your monthly Medicare premiums increase next year? It depends.

Medicare Premiums 2025: Projected IRMAA for Parts B and D

Commercial healthcare costs will increase by a projected 8% in 2025, driven by inflationary pressure, prescription drug spending and behavioral health utilization, according to a report from the PwC Health Research Institute. The report estimates the projected increase in per capita costs of medical services and prescription medications that affect...

Healthcare costs to jump 8% in 2025: PwC

The Pay PCPs Act, an attempt to improve pay and support for primary care providers, has drawn criticism from the American Hospital Association, which penned a letter to Senators Sheldon Whitehouse and Bill Cassidy this week saying the bill could lead to payment cuts. "Current reimbursement for physicians is woefully...

AHA criticizes payment structure in Pay PCPs Act

Did you know that more than 13% of America’s civilian population is living with disabilities? That equates to an astounding 42.5 million people! A significant number of these individuals depend on the monthly stipends from Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) to meet basic needs like food, clothing, housing, and health care.

New payment system introduced for SSDI beneficiaries

If you've received Social Security payments before 1997, your July check should have already arrived. For other recipients expecting a check this month, we'll break down when you can expect your payment to come in below. If you're still waiting on your check from the month of June, check out why it may not have arrived and what you can do about it.

Social Security Payment July 2024: Here's When Your Money Is Coming

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Social Security Disability Insurance can be a lifeline for people who cannot work due to health complications. Here’s what you need to know to be approved.

10 Signs You Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits

The United States Social Security Administration (SSA) reveals a major update for its beneficiaries. A new financial aid comes from $2,000 debit cards for those enrolled in SSI and SSDI programs. This initiative promises to streamline financial transactions. It also aims to enhance accessibility for the elderly and disabled populations. With passive income becoming necessary due to varied retirement ages and health challenges, these debit cards are a beacon of hope. They offer quick withdrawals and access to monthly benefits, fostering better financial management.

Social Security's $2,000 Debit Card Launch, Do You Meet the Eligibility Criteria?

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Former employees with UnitedHealth Group's Optum and its subsidiaries took to social media beginning July 18 regarding another reduction in force they say occurred across parts of the company. Becker's has not confirmed an exact number or range of employees who may have been terminated or when layoffs would be...

More layoffs at Optum

Prevalence of infections like asthma, COPD and pneumonia fell in 2023 compared to 2019, suggesting that there was no increased susceptibility in catching these infections post-pandemic, according to new findings published July 16 in Epic Research. Data from 256 million patient records from 1,500 hospitals and more than 34,100 clinics...

COVID did not increase susceptibility to other respiratory diseases: Report

Social Security COLAs are designed to protect the buying power of benefits, but many retirees are reportedly struggling with rising prices. Social Security COLAs are currently based on increases in a specific measure of inflation, but some experts think a different inflation index (which tends to run a little hotter) is a more appropriate metric.

The Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Forecast for 2025 Was Just Updated. The Outlook for Retirees Remains Grim.

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Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Social Security beneficiaries will find out their annual raise in a few months. Here's what you need to know. Each year, Social Security beneficiaries are given a cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, based on recent inflation data. While we don't yet know what the COLA might be for 2025, here's a rundown of how COLAs are calculated, what they've been in the past, and the latest estimate of what the upcoming COLA might be.

Here's What All Social Security Beneficiaries Need to Know Before the 2025 COLA Is Announced

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YOU might be able to claim some cash from a $5.5 million wine and spirits settlement. You don't need to do anything to get your part of the payment. This lawsuit, initiated by Wiseman Park, LLC ("Plaintiff"), alleges that Southern Wine and Spirits charged excessive late fees on purchasing wine, beer, or liquor, per the settlement website.

Americans can receive one-time payment from $5.5 million overcharge settlement – and you don’t need any proof

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been 1,277,697 more deaths in the U.S. than anticipated, and almost 90% of these excess deaths were directly attributable to COVID infections, according to a study published July 18 in the American Journal of Public Health. Using CDC data, researchers examined...

90% of excess deaths attributed to COVID since 2020

Patients that struggle to pay their medical bills can be a financial burden for physicians, but there are strategies patients can learn to stay on top of their medical bills. Unfortunately, most physicians encounter patients who refuse to pay their medical bills. According to medical writer Kristen Fuller, MD, these patients may be either self-paying or insured. Either way, they avoid paying out-of-pocket expenses. Healthcare-industry veteran Hanny Freiwat studied collection rates from insured patients versus those from uninsured patients and found that the former ranged from 50%-70% following medical care. For the latter, however, collection rates following medical care reached a nadir of 10%.

How to Handle Patients Who Don’t Pay Their Medical Bills

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In July 2024, SSDI payments will be deposited on Wednesdays with specific dates determined by recipients’ birthdates as scheduled by the SSA. July 2024 SSDI Payment Schedule Based on Birth Dates The SSA distributes SSDI payments on three Wednesdays each month. For July 2024, the deposit dates are as follows: – July 10th: Beneficiaries born […]

July 2024 SSDI Deposit Dates: Schedule for Social Security Disability Payments

Two programs run by Social Security are used to administer disability benefits: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) as well as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Social Security Updates Disability Process Simplified. The government uses a five-step procedure under both programs to assess whether an adult has a qualifying disability. The agency...

Social Security Implements New Rule: Five-Year Work History for Disability

Retirement planning can seem like a daunting task. You'll need to consider all your options for health insurance, which means you're probably looking into Medicare. Medicare provides health care coverage for Americans aged 65 and older, as well as some younger people with disabilities -- a total of more than 65 million Americans, for about $905 billion per year.

Do You Have to Enroll in Medicare When You Turn 65?

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CMS unveils payment option to ease prescription costs

CMS has published the final part two guidance regarding plan outreach and education for the Medicare prescription payment plan, which aims to ensure that people with...

CMS unveils payment option to ease prescription costs

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