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Agreement to cancel medical debt for 193,000 needy patients in Southern states
“A New Orleans-based system of hospitals and clinics serving Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama is working with a New York nonprofit to wipe out $366 million in medical debt for about 193,000 needy patients,” The Associated Press reported. “The Times-Picayune/The New Orleans Advocate reported Wednesday that the deal involving Ochsner Health was arranged by Undue Medical Debt, a donor-funded organization that negotiates with hospitals, doctors’ offices and ambulance services to purchase and erase the outstanding medical debt of those least able to afford it. Ochsner is the largest health system in Louisiana and has 46 hospitals and 370 clinics and urgent cares in the three states it serves. ‘Ochsner is proud to have worked with Undue Medical Debt to enable the organization to acquire and cancel past one-time debts for eligible residents,’ the company said in a statement. The deal followed a Monday announcement of an agreement between Ochsner, Undue Medical Debt and New Orleans to wipe out more than $59 million in medical debt for about 66,000 patients in that city. The city had agreed last year to provide Undue Medical Debt with $1.3 million in federal money from the 2021 American Rescue Plan Act, a pandemic program to acquire qualifying debt and erase it. Lempert said that in addition to the pandemic dollars, his organization used money it received from donations and grassroots fundraising both locally and nationwide to purchase the debt from Ochsner. He declined to say how much it paid, but based on what the organization has said it typically pays — about 1 cent for each dollar of debt — the amount would be around $3.6 million.” “Agreement to cancel medical debt for 193,000 needy patients in Southern states,”
Man who allegedly detonated explosive device outside Alabama Attorney General’s Office pleads guilty
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — A man accused of placing an explosive device outside the Alabama Attorney General’s office earlier this year has pleaded guilty in the case. Kyle Calvert, 26, of Irondale, pleaded guilty in federal court to the malicious use of an explosive device. He faces between five to 20 years in prison without the possibility of parole.
Calls for drastic reforms after scathing report on Alabama's pharmacy board
MONTGOMERY, Ala (WBMA) — State lawmakers reviewing operations of the Alabama Board of Pharmacy call a state audit report "extremely, extremely troubling." The Sunset Committee met Thursday in Montgomery. "To say I'm concerned would be an extreme understatement," remarked Senator Keith Kelley of Anniston. He added if the board...
Sen. Katie Britt secures $2 million for south Alabama hospital
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., announced Friday that she has secured a $2 million federal grant for Atmore Community Hospital in Atmore, Ala. “Health care is critical for the wellbeing of Alabamians across our great state, and modernized equipment is key to providing the best care for patients,” Britt said in a news release. “I’m proud to have secured these funds during the 2024 Appropriations process, and I look forward to continuing my work on the committee to invest further into our families, our state, and our future.”
Liles installed as state American College of Surgeons president at annual conference
The Alabama chapter of the American College of Surgeons held its annual conference jointly with the Mississippi chapter and featured speakers from across the region, including surgery faculty from the Whiddon College of Medicine. USA Health surgical oncologist Spencer Liles, M.D., FACS, was installed as president of the Alabama chapter...
Carver-Montgomery Kicks Off Season with 41-19 Win Over Vestavia Hills
MONTGOMERY, AL – Senior quarterback T.J. Russell led Carver-Montgomery to a commanding 41-19 win against Vestavia Hills at the AHSAA Kickoff Classic, held at Cramton Bowl on Friday night. This victory marked the beginning of the Coach Bobby Carr era for the Wolverines and celebrated the merger with Montgomery’s...
Seahawks Complete Faulkner Invitational Undefeated, 2-0 Saturday
The Keiser volleyball team closed out the Faulkner Invitational on Saturday afternoon. The Seahawks faced their second and third Eagles opponent this weekend, defeating Texas A&M-Texarkana (3-0; 25-22,25-19, 26-24) and tournament hosts Faulkner (3-0, 25-14,25-17,25-13) With today's wins, the Seahawks record improves to 9-2 overall and undefeated on the road this season.
Volleyball Keeps Undefeated Start To Season In Tact With Pair Of Wins At Faulkner Tournament
HOW IT HAPPENED (GAME 1):. Set 1 -Playing from behind for the bulk of the opening set, St. Thomas pulled ahead 20-17 behind a 4-0 rally. William Carey got within one at 21-20, only for a 3-0 STU response forcing set point. Set 2 – The Bobcats scored the opening...
Free Block Party Happening Soon In Demopolis
Saturday, September 14th, there will be a free block party happening in Demopolis. A Time To Share Productions which is a nonprofit organization, will host the block party at the Demopolis Middle School softball field September 14th from 2p-7p. "We haven’t brought a block party to Demopolis in a few...
Carroll @ Russell County | 2024 Week 0
SEALE, Ala. (WTVY) - The Eagles and Warriors square off for the first time since 2019 in a 5A versus 6A matchup. Will Carroll continue their winning ways with a fifth straight win in the 21st meeting between the two schools, or will home field advantage get Russell County their first win over the Eagles in over a decade?
Auburn RB commit Alvin Henderson starts senior season with a bang
Auburn running back commit Alvin Henderson started his senior season on a high note on Friday night. Henderson rushed for 325 yards and 5 touchdowns in the Tigers’ 50-22 season-opening victory at Luverne. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
Weedian Compilation feature three Vicksburg bands
VICKSBURG, Miss. – Weedian’s 38th compilation “Trip to Mississippi and Alabama” feature bands from both Mississippi and Alabama on the sprawling 28 track album. Of the seven bands featured from Mississippi, three are from Vicksburg: Beneath the Kudzu, Chief City, and Death Throes from a Star.
Women’s Soccer Takes on No. 15 Auburn
Coastal Carolina's women's soccer team is preparing to face their first ranked opponent of the season, No. 15 Auburn, on August 25 at 3 p.m. ET. The Chanticleers currently hold a record of 0-1-1 and are looking for their first win, especially against a ranked opponent where they have historically struggled, with an 0-8 record. After losing 2-0 to UNCW, head coach Jo Chubb aims to secure her first away victory with the team. Notably, 19 players participated in their last game, including graduate student Jessica Wheeler in her debut.
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