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Alabama Medicaid offices in Mobile, Dothan closing early on Friday due to State of Emergency

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Due to the state of emergency declared by Gov. Kay Ivey, the Alabama Medicaid Agency says its district offices in Mobile and Dothan will close at noon on Friday, Oct. 9, 2025. Medicaid outstationed workers — the staff who normally help people in county health departments...

Dothan, AL · 10-08
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Bham Now

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Alabama Medical Scholarship funnels new doctors into rural counties

Whether it’s time for your annual checkup or you need medical attention quickly, having a doctor nearby matters. But for many people living in Alabama’s rural areas, long travel times are a reality. Of Alabama’s 67 counties, 61 are facing a shortage of primary care providers. The...

Alabama · 19d
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WBRC

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2027 Social Security cost of living adjustment

Birmingham, AL · 20d

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Open Enrollment FAQ with Healthspring | Talk of Alabama| 10.19.2026

Medicare Open Enrollment runs October 15-December 7th. Elizabeth Davis, with sales leader for Healthspring answered some of the most frequently asked questions with Talk of Alabama host, Katherine Page. For more information visit healthspringmedicare.com/learnmore.

Alabama · 20d
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Value of a Local Agent 2

A local agent can be a valuable asset to you when signing up for a Medicare Plan. Any agent offering Medicare plans must be licensed by the State of Alabama, appointed by the insurance companies they represent and go through an annual certification required by Medicare. If an agent does not have these qualifications they cannot offer Medicare Advantage or Prescription Drug Plans. This is a good thing because you, the consumer, can be assured that your agent has been completely vetted. This includes proof of citizenship and background checks.

Alabama · 20d

Yellowhammer News

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Tuberville says rural manufacturing is the key to keeping rural Alabama hospitals open

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), the GOP nominee for governor, said last week that Alabama’s rural hospitals are closing because the communities around them are shrinking – and the way to reverse it is to bring manufacturing jobs into rural Alabama. Tuberville made the case at a Marshall County Republican Party event in Guntersville. “We […] The post Tuberville says rural manufacturing is the key to keeping rural Alabama hospitals open appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Alabama · 20d

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UA program aims to help rural EMS crews treat some patients at the scene

PICKENS COUNTY, Ala. (WBMA) — A call to 911 can keep a Pickens County ambulance occupied for hours, including the trip to the hospital and the wait before the patient is transferred to hospital staff. Mechelle Crosswhite, an administrative director with Pickens County EMS, said a call can tie...

Pickens County, AL · 23d

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Rep. Terri Sewell hosts healthcare panel with former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – James Phillips had health insurance when doctors amputated his left leg due to a life-threatening infection in 2022. But two days later, he lost his job. Phillips and his wife, Andrea Phillips, were able to continue their insurance coverage temporarily through COBRA, but the couple ended up shifting to a plan through the Affordable Care Act marketplace.

Birmingham, AL · 25d

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Sewell, Pelosi hear from Alabama patients and providers impacted by healthcare cuts

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi met with Alabama patients, healthcare providers and advocates in Birmingham on Wednesday to discuss the impact of federal healthcare cuts and the future of the Affordable Care Act. The “Protect our Healthcare” roundtable brought together patients and families who shared their […]

Alabama · 25d

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Ivey announces additional $55M rural health grants

Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday, Oct. 1, announced the awarding of 34 grants totaling nearly $55 million to healthcare providers and institutions throughout the state as part of the second round of Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program (ARHTP) funding for 2026. The grants will support projects covering rural areas across Alabama to improve healthcare access, quality and outcomes.

Alabama · 26d

The City Menus

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CareTrack, Tanner Health Report Blood Pressure Improvements Through Remote Patient Monitoring Program

CareTrack, a provider of remote healthcare solutions, is reporting new clinical results from its Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) program with Tanner Health as the program continues to expand across Tanner’s primary care network. CareTrack has worked with Tanner since early 2025 to help providers monitor patients between office visits. The program has now expanded beyond […] The post CareTrack, Tanner Health Report Blood Pressure Improvements Through Remote Patient Monitoring Program appeared first on The City Menus .

Georgia · 25d

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Alabama pharmacy reimbursement law keeps local pharmacies open, pharmacists say

TRINITY, Ala. (WAFF) - An Alabama law that changed the rate at which pharmacies are reimbursed by insurance has been in effect for a year, and some local pharmacists say it helped keep their businesses open. Before the change, pharmacies were sometimes reimbursed at rates so low they took a...

Alabama · 26d

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Code Orange Air Quality Alert Issued for Jefferson and Shelby Counties

Why was a Code Orange alert issued for Jefferson and Shelby counties?. The Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for Jefferson and Shelby counties for Wednesday, October 14. The alert indicates that air quality may reach levels considered unhealthy for sensitive groups,...

Jefferson County, AL · 26d

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CMS Continues to Announce More Dollars to States for Rural Health

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is accelerating a once‑in‑a‑generation modernization of rural health care through a series of targeted federal investments now reaching communities across the country. From major technology upgrades and workforce expansion to improved care coordination, transportation access, and digital interoperability, these awards reflect a unified national strategy: strengthen rural health systems, close long‑standing access gaps, and ensure every American, regardless of ZIP Code, can rely on high‑quality, modern care. The following recent state investments illustrate how this commitment is taking shape on the ground, tailored to the unique needs of rural communities in Alabama, Iowa, Louisiana, North Carolina, and South Dakota.

Alabama · 26d

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Alabama health care concerns rise as rural hospitals struggle

Public health symbol. Concept words Public health on beautiful wooden blocks. Wooden heart and stethoscope. Beautiful black background. Medical healthy lifestyle public health concept. Health care has become one of Alabamians’ top priorities for state government, according to a new report from the Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama.

Alabama · 26d

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Alabama pharmacy reimbursement law keeps local pharmacies open, pharmacists say

Alabama · 26d

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Concierge medicine vs. direct primary care: what to know before you pay out of pocket

(Aging Untold) — Health care can get complicated fast, and not all doctors take the same approach. Some are moving away from traditional insurance models to spend more time with patients and focus on root causes and long-term wellness. That shift can mean paying out of pocket, and it isn’t the right fit for everyone.

Birmingham, AL · 10-09

Calhoun Journal

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Alabama Awards Nearly $55 Million in Rural Healthcare Grants, Including Funding for Piedmont Emergency Rescue Squad

MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama Governor Kay Ivey announced Thursday, October 8, 2026, that 34 grants totaling nearly $55 million have been awarded to healthcare providers and institutions across the state through the second round of the Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program (ARHTP). The funding includes $381,220 for Piedmont Emergency Rescue Squad to expand emergency medical […] The post Alabama Awards Nearly $55 Million in Rural Healthcare Grants, Including Funding for Piedmont Emergency Rescue Squad appeared first on Calhoun Journal .

Alabama · 28d