Day: August 9, 2017

Answering questions about Medicare Advantage

Austin Frakt August 9, 2017

Readers asked some questions about my most recent piece on Medicare Advantage. Here they are, with my answers. 1. Isn’t it true that the government

Universal screening for obesity in kids makes sense, but…

Aaron Carroll August 9, 2017

The USPSTF recommends (grade B) that we screen all kids older than 6 years for obesity. Their recommendation is evidence-based and well-thought out. But it’s

Medicare Advantage plans spend less on care than traditional Medicare, but are paid more for it

Austin Frakt August 9, 2017

Day: August 9, 2017

Answering questions about Medicare Advantage

Universal screening for obesity in kids makes sense, but…

Medicare Advantage plans spend less on care than traditional Medicare, but are paid more for it

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