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As lawmakers and educators reimagined the K-12 model for fall 2020, an online survey led by Kao-Ping Chua, M.D., Ph.D. , assistant professor of pediatrics, assessed parents’ plans in Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio for in-person school and support for 15 potential measures to reduce the risk of...
The number of hospitals providing TAVR could double in the U.S., due to recent changes to Medicare coverage rules. This IHPI brief outlines important policy considerations to help ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
Opioid prescribing limits for acute pain have had modest effects in limiting overprescribing. Researchers outline why that may be and discuss potential policy considerations to maximize the ability of limits to reduce excessive prescribing.
Patients seeking elective surgery can choose surgeons and facilities that are covered by their insurance (“in-network”). However, they are unable to choose other providers who may be involved in their care. If these providers are out-of-network and the patient’s insurance company does not...
The frequency and severity of weather and climate-related disasters continues to rise in the U.S., affecting the resilience of communities and the health of their most vulnerable residents, including older adults. Disasters can disrupt access to healthcare services and community support, worsen...