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The Money Overview

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Medicare Advantage members in North Dakota, Nebraska, Wyoming and New Mexico are losing plans for 2027, and 21 North Dakota counties will have no general-enrollment plan left

Insurers are pulling Medicare Advantage plans out of North Dakota, Nebraska, Wyoming and New Mexico for 2027, and in 21 North Dakota counties no general-enrollment Medicare Advantage plan will be left at all. Members of an ending plan have until Dec. 7 to choose another one, or they are placed in Original Medicare on Jan. […] The post Medicare Advantage members in North Dakota, Nebraska, Wyoming and New Mexico are losing plans for 2027, and 21 North Dakota counties will have no general-enrollment plan left appeared first on The Money Overview .

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The Financial Wire

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Florida loses a net 51 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027, Nebraska sees 18 plans leave and Wyoming loses six of its 14, while Aetna leaves Maryland entirely before the Dec. 7 deadline

Florida will have 51 fewer Medicare Advantage plans in 2027 than it did in 2026, the largest net drop of any state, according to a Becker’s Payer Issues tally of federal plan data. The count falls from 611 plans to 560. Wyoming is losing six of its 14, Nebraska sees 18 plans leave, and the... The post Florida loses a net 51 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027, Nebraska sees 18 plans leave and Wyoming loses six of its 14, while Aetna leaves Maryland entirely before the Dec. 7 deadline appeared first on The Financial Wire .

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chadronradio.com

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Nebraska Hospital Association Calls on Congress to Reevaluate Medicaid Reductions

Today, the Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA) called upon the United States Congress to reevaluate and reverse reductions to the federal Medicaid program, including the State-Directed Payment Program (SDP), before they severely compromise access to care for Nebraskans. “Nebraska’s rural hospitals are facing uncertain futures with increasing costs, workforce shortages, and...

Nebraska · 1d
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Main Street Dollars

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Iowa starts Medicaid work rules Dec. 1, Wisconsin’s 80-hour reporting rule begins Dec. 31, and Louisiana and Colorado follow on Jan. 1 for adults 19 to 64

Four states have set the dates when Medicaid work rules reach their adult members. Iowa starts first, on Dec. 1. Wisconsin’s reporting requirement, 80 hours a month, begins Dec. 31. Louisiana and Colorado start on Jan. 1, the date the federal law sets for every state that covers adults under the Affordable Care Act expansion. […]

Louisiana · 1d

KCAU 9 News

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Nitrates in Siouxland’s tap water: a science experiement

Nitrates in drinking water have been a growing concern across the state of Iowa, bringing water quality to the forefront of many people's minds.

Siouxland, IA · 2d

North Platte Bulletin

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Strommen in the Legislature: Do more than vote; rural hospital panel

A defining moment in Nebraska’s voting history came in 1934, when voters approved the creation of a unicameral, nonpartisan state legislature. The first session convened in 1937, establishing a system that remains unique in the nation today. This historic decision demonstrated the power of voters to directly shape the structure and operation of their government. From school boards and city councils to state offices, local and statewide choices continue to have a lasting impact on our everyday lives.

Nebraska · 1d

pigeon605.com

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Behind the scenes, ahead of the curve: Clinical nurse specialists improve care at Sanford Children’s

This piece is sponsored by Sanford Health. Among the hustle of the hospital, two clinical nurse specialists at Sanford Children’s are working on projects that will have a big impact across the organization. Clinical nurse specialists are one of four advanced practice nursing roles, alongside nurse practitioners, nurse anesthetists...

Sioux Falls, SD · 3d

teaweekly.com

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Lincoln County discusses engine breaking concerns, ambulance funding

The Lincoln County Board of Commission met Thursday, Oct. 29. Highway Superintendent Terry Fluit requested board discussion and possible board action regarding dynamic engine braking/unmuffled engine braking signs. “We have a resident from the Southern part of Lincoln County that wants to talk about a possible ordinance to do dynamic...

Lincoln County, SD · 2d

Brookings Register

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Brookings Health System garners Newsweek recognition

BROOKINGS — For the fourth consecutive year, Brookings Hospital has been recognized on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals. This award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on Oct. 29 and can currently be viewed on Newsweek’s website.

Brookings, SD · 4d

midwestmedicaledition.com

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Brookings Hospital Named Newsweek Best-In-State for Fourth Year

For the fourth consecutive year, Brookings Hospital has been recognized on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on Oct. 29 and can currently be viewed on Newsweek’s website.

Brookings, SD · 8d

myradioworks.net

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Sanford Luverne to halt inpatient labor and delivery, newborn care

Sanford Health will discontinue inpatient labor and delivery and inpatient newborn care at Sanford Luverne, effective April 27. The decision was made by local physicians in response to declining delivery volumes and changing patient preferences, according to an Oct. 28 Sanford Health news release. Sanford Luverne will continue providing prenatal care, postpartum care and emergency labor and delivery services.

Sioux Falls, SD · 9d

brookingsradio.com

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Brookings Hospital Named Best In State Hospital by Newsweek for Fourth Consecutive Year

Brookings (10-29-26) — For the fourth consecutive year, Brookings Hospital has been recognized on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on Oct. 29 and can currently be viewed on Newsweek’s website .

Brookings, SD · 9d

KELOLAND

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New suites planned for families facing infant loss

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) –  Labor and delivery units are usually filled with the joy of welcoming new life. But for some families, that experience comes with heartbreak. That’s why Sanford Health in Sioux Falls is adding a new resource to support families grieving the loss of a child. The hospital’s labor and delivery team […]

Sioux Falls, SD · 10d

KELOLAND

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Sanford breaks ground on new clinic, Lewis Drug

Construction has started on a new Sanford Health clinic and Lewis Drug in southeast Sioux Falls.

Sioux Falls, SD · 10d

sfsimplified.com

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Election '26: How candidates view Medicaid expansion

Simplified: Sioux Falls Simplified spoke face-to-face with dozens of legislative candidates in the metro area. All candidates were asked the same slate of questions, and you can find comprehensive coverage for each district at sfsimplified.com. Don't know your legislative district? This interactive map can help you find it. Here's what...

Sioux Falls, SD · 12d

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Sanford Health breaks ground on new clinic in southeast Sioux Falls

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Sanford Health has broken ground on a new clinic at 57th Street and Veterans Parkway in Sioux Falls. The clinic will offer acute care, family medicine, pediatrics and gynecology, with 34 exam rooms, five treatment rooms, radiology, therapy and walk-in lab services. A Lewis Drug will also be attached.

Sioux Falls, SD · 11d

dakotanewsnow.com

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Poll: 1/3 of voters undecided on Medicaid, unclaimed property

(SOUTH DAKOTA NEWS WATCH) - Voter support is higher for ballot measures on non-citizen voting and unclaimed property and lower for issues that would change Medicaid and the threshold to amend the constitution, according to the latest South Dakota Poll sponsored by News Watch and the Chiesman Center for Democracy at the University of South Dakota.

South Dakota · 11d

sdstandardnow.com

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Major meeting in Sioux Falls Tuesday on proposed hyperscale data center

Editor’s note: You can observe the proceedings of the meeting and have an opportunity to speak. It’s set to discuss a proposed data center between Brandon and Sioux Falls on Tuesday, October 27, 7pm, Carnegie Town Hall, 235 W. 10th St. in Sioux Falls. The issue of data...

Sioux Falls, SD · 14d

brookingsradio.com

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Brookings Chosen by Sanford School of Medicine to Train Future Doctors

Brookings, S.D. – Oct. 19, 2026 – The Brookings community has been selected as a Frontier And Rural Medicine (FARM) program expansion site by the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine (SSOM). FARM, the SSOM’s rural track program, offers a unique opportunity for a select group...

Brookings, SD · 19d

KELOLAND

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The Link seeks new clinic operator amid funding gap

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The city’s only community triage center, The Link, is reporting a nearly $550,000 deficit as changes in operations are on the horizon. Director Jason Lemke presented data on the center’s past year and gave a look at the future to the Minnehaha County Commission Tuesday morning. KELOLAND News listened to […]

Sioux Falls, SD · 18d