Health & Science
Texas Is Latest State To Attack Surprise Medical Bills
Posted on · A new Texas law says hospitals and insurers will have to work it out when they can't agree on a price — instead of sending huge unexpected bills to patients.
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Health & Science
One In Four Texas Women Of Childbearing Age Doesn’t Have Health Insurance
Posted on · The study found that states that have not expanded Medicaid had roughly double the rate of uninsured women.
Houston Matters
Texans Continue To Seek Health Insurance Through The Affordable Care Act
Posted on · In the latest enrollment period, more than a million Texans signed up for health insurance through the ACA, despite renewed efforts to repeal it.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Uninsured In Houston, And Our Grackle Infestation (Dec. 12, 2018)
Posted on · On Wednesday's Houston Matters: We examine who's uninsured in Greater Houston and why. Then, our local experts break down the latest political stories. Plus, we discuss parallels between Frankenstein and issues in health care today. And we investigate Houston's grackle infestation.
Houston Matters
Report: 1 In 5 Uninsured Children Live In Texas
Posted on · A report from Georgetown University’s Center for Children and Families found that the number of uninsured children in the US has gone up for the first time in nearly a decade.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Uninsured Children In Texas, And Former Pres. Obama At Rice (Nov. 29, 2018)
Posted on · On Thursday's Houston Matters: We learn about the number of uninsured children in Texas. We discuss Airbnb in Houston. And former Pres. Barack Obama and former Sec. of State James Baker discuss how politics has changed.
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Genetic Tests Can Hurt Your Chances of Getting Some Types of Insurance
Posted on · Federal law keeps insurers from using genetic test results when pricing and issuing health insurance. But the tests might keep you from being able to get life insurance or a long-term-care policy.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Houston Restaurant Weeks, And Writer Michael Arceneaux (Aug. 6, 2018)
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: The largest health insurer in Texas is implementing a stricter review process for ER claims. Local food writers preview Houston Restaurant Weeks. Writer Michael Arceneaux talks about his book, “I Can’t Date Jesus." And Jeff Balke updates us on local sports.
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Trump Lifted Restrictions on ‘Short Term’ Health Insurance Plans; Here’s What that Means for Consumers
Posted on · Here’s a look at what the Trump administration changed on short-term, limited duration health plans, what supporters and critics say, why it matters and what’s next
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Many Texans Are Skipping Health Care They Need Because Of The Cost
Posted on · The study found more than half of those surveyed said it is difficult for them and their families to afford health care
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas Delays Controversial Change After Backlash
Posted on · Some Texas medical societies say the insurer's pending review process change would scare patients into not seeking emergency care and could be deadly.
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Why Some Patients Getting Drugmakers’ Help Are Paying More
Posted on · Some health plans are refusing to count the copayment assistance offered by drugmakers as part of a patient's deductible. That means some patients are paying thousands of dollars more out-of-pocket.
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Why Your Health Insurer Doesn’t Care About Your Big Bills
Posted on · Patients may think their insurers are fighting on their behalf for the best prices. But saving patients money is often not their top priority. Just ask Michael Frank about his hip surgery.
Houston Matters
Concierge Medicine: Better Patient Care Or Privilege Of The Elite?
Posted on · We learn about the practice of direct primary care, which bypasses health insurance entirely. Doctors don’t accept any insurance and charge patients directly for whatever care they need.
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Child Welfare, Health Insurance And Abortion Dominate Texas News In 2017
Posted on · Texas tackled a child welfare crisis, sought to address the opioid epidemic and looked at how to help more people in the state access mental health care. Here’s a look at this year's top Texas health and human services stories.