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The Financial Wire

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Twelve insurers are leaving Medicare Advantage entirely for 2027, a Becker’s tally shows, among them Aspirus in Wisconsin and iCircle in New York

Twelve insurers are leaving Medicare Advantage entirely for 2027, and the list includes Aspirus Health Plan in Wisconsin and iCircle in New York. The count comes from a Becker’s Payer Issues tally first published Sept. 30 and updated Oct. 6. Each name on it is dropping every county where it sold Medicare Advantage plans, so... The post Twelve insurers are leaving Medicare Advantage entirely for 2027, a Becker’s tally shows, among them Aspirus in Wisconsin and iCircle in New York appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Wisconsin · 10-07

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Geisinger welcomes primary care providers to northeast region

In September, five new primary care providers began seeing new patients at Geisinger facilities across northeastern Pennsylvania. Geisinger primary care clinics in Dallas, Moosic (Geisinger Montage), Nanticoke and Pittston welcomed the new physicians to expand access to preventive and chronic disease management in the region. The following primary care providers...

Dallas, PA · 10-08
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NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur Nurse Educator Receives Award from LeadingAge New York

Jasmine Slater Small, RN is among 16 honorees recognized across New York State and 3 honorees in New York City. NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur Skilled Nursing Facility announced the recognition of Nurse Educator Jasmin Slater Small, RN as recipient of the 2026 LeadingAge New York’s Employee of Distinction Award, which recognizes the extraordinary dedication of direct service and indirect service staff in post-acute care. Slater Small is one of 16 people to receive the award in New York State, and one of three people to receive the award this year in New York City.

New York · 10-09
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Queens pharmacy owner charged in alleged $31M Medicaid drugs fraud

New York Attorney General Letitia James. The accused allegedly used the proceeds of the scheme to fund construction and real estate purchases. [ more › ]

Queens, NY · 10-07

Deltias Gaming

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“These Vaccines Have Kept Millions of Children out of the Hospital”: New York AG Letitia James Says She’s Suing Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the CDC

A 16-state coalition, including New York AG Letitia James, is suing Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the CDC over childhood vaccine schedule changes. New York Attorney General Letitia James announced that she is suing the CDC and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over the childhood vaccine schedule. In January 2026, the CDC reduced the number of universally recommended childhood vaccinations from 18 to 11. On October 5, a coalition of 16 states (including New York) filed the lawsuit seeking to reverse this decision. AG Letitia James announced the lawsuit on X. She said Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and...

New York · 10-06

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An ambitious experiment to save rural hospitals in Pa. had mixed results

A multi-year health policy experiment to support rural hospitals in Pennsylvania ended with mixed results, but other states are poised to start similar programs. Rural hospitals in the U.S. have struggled financially for years. In 2019, at the start of the health policy experiment in Pennsylvania, the state department of health reported that nearly half of rural hospitals were operating on a negative margin and in danger of closing.

Pennsylvania · 10-08

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'What's Going Around': Measles outbreak

Dr. Anjali Bharati, ER Doctor at Northwell's Greenwich Village Hospital, joins PIX11 Morning News to discuss New York declaring a State Disaster Emergency over a growing measles outbreak, with 108 cases reported statewide this year.

New York · 10-09

WNYT NewsChannel 13 Albany, NY

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DOH: First measles cases reported in Capital Region

The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) measles dashboard is reporting cases in the Capital Region.

Montgomery County, NY · 10-07

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Measles surges near NJ. Doctors urge families to check vaccines

With measles cases rising sharply in New York , Pennsylvania and across the country, New Jersey health experts are urging residents to make sure they and their children are protected against one of the world’s most contagious diseases. The warning comes after New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a statewide disaster emergency in response to a growing measles outbreak. New York has reported 108 cases this year, including 92 since July, with most occurring in underimmunized communities across 18 counties. The emergency order expands the number of health care professionals who can administer the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine. Neighboring Pennsylvania is also struggling with a major outbreak . State health officials say more than 1,000 cases and five deaths have been reported this year, Hackensack Meridian Health said. The outbreak is concentrated largely in rural counties bordering New York. Why the measles outbreaks matter for New Jersey Hackensack Meridian Health did not identify a current measles outbreak in New Jersey, but physicians said the state’s proximity to affected areas underscores the importance of vaccination and preparation. The health system said it remains in daily contact with the New Jersey Department of Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

New Jersey · 10-07

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New York Hospital Financial Assistance: Powerful Relief From Costly Bills

New York Hospital Financial Assistance: How to Lower an Eligible Medical Bill. A step-by-step guide to requesting the statewide application, documenting income, pausing collections, understanding discounts, and challenging an unfair decision. By Michelle LaGuerre. New York hospital financial assistance can reduce or erase eligible hospital charges for some uninsured and...

New York · 10-09

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An ambitious experiment to save rural hospitals in Pa. had mixed results

A multi-year health policy experiment to support rural hospitals in Pennsylvania ended with mixed results, but other states are poised to start similar programs. Rural hospitals in the U.S. have struggled financially for years. In 2019, at the start of the health policy experiment in Pennsylvania, the state department of health reported that nearly half of rural hospitals were operating on a negative margin and in danger of closing.

Pennsylvania · 10-07

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New legislation would give free health care to every child in New York from birth to age 19

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — NYS Senator Jeremy Cooney of Rochester introduced legislation on Monday that would provide universal health care for all kids in New York.  If passed, the bill would offer every child from birth to age 19 free health care. Children already on Medicaid or those who would qualify, would continue to receive that […]

New York · 10-05

Daily Orange

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Gov. Kathy Hochul declares state of emergency over rising measles cases

Get the latest Syracuse news delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our newsletter here. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency following an increase in measles cases across rural counties, according to a Monday release. The state’s yearly number of cases hit 108 on Saturday, the...

New York · 10-06

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Northwell Transplant Institute Achieves Exceptional Outcomes

The Northwell Transplant Institute has been recognized for exceptional outcomes across its adult heart, lung, liver and kidney transplant programs, rating among the best in the region in several quality measures, according to a report published by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR). Heart transplant recorded the highest one-year...

New York · 10-07

BaytoBayNews.com

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Northwell Health Launches the Institute for Healthy Aging, Integrating 28 Hospitals, Research and Community Programs to Promote Longevity and Support People as They Age

NEW HYDE PARK, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 6, 2026--Northwell Health today announced the launch of the Northwell Institute for Healthy Aging, a systemwide initiative designed to transform how

New York · 10-06

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RRH sees rise in self-pay patients after Essential Plan changes

What percentage of affected individuals enrolled in new health plans?. Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — Three months after roughly 450,000 New Yorkers were required to leave the state’s Essential Plan because of federal changes, Rochester Regional Health says it is beginning to see the impact. According to data from...

Rochester, NY · 10-05

WNYT NewsChannel 13 Albany, NY

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Gov. Hochul declares emergency after measles cases hit 108 in NY

Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state disaster emergency as New York expands who can give measles vaccines during a growing outbreak.

New York · 10-06

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Tompkins County residents face major health insurance changes

Tompkins County residents will experience a set of overlapping health insurance changes in the coming year: Medicare plans are shifting, Medicaid eligibility and renewal rules are tightening, and marketplace premiums are rising. Health care providers say insurer payment policies are beginning to influence how and when patients receive care. The...

Tompkins County, NY · 10-06

Richner Communications

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Hochul declares New York state disaster emergency over measles cases

Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state disaster emergency Tuesday in response to a growing number of measles cases in rural areas of New York and neighboring states.

New York · 10-07

NewsRadio WILK

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Geisinger CMC Implements Walk-Through Metal Detectors at Public Entrances

Geisinger CMC Implements Walk-Through Metal Detectors at Public Entrances

Scranton, PA · 10-05