Category: Health Insurance

How Do I Escape My Non-Compete Clause?

In healthcare, there has been a large expansion in non-compete clauses. Many of our clients would like to find a way out of their non-compete clause when looking to leave their current employment.

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The first way to avoid breaching a non-compete clause is to have your attorney negotiate a contract without a non-compete clause before beginning your employment.

Sometimes, non-compete clauses are unavoidable. So what can you do in that situation?

  1. Make sure you understand the language of your non-compete. Are there any exceptions? Were any hospitals carved out or possibly an exception was made for entering into private practice? If you are looking to waive a non-compete, first have a healthcare attorney carefully review the provision for possible
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The Lymphedema Treatment Act will cover what health insurance doesn’t

SAN ANTONIO – The Lymphedema Treatment Act that goes into effect Jan. 1, 2024, will cover what health insurance doesn’t, such as compression supplies to reduce the condition’s painful swelling.

“It not only approves coverage for wraps, but also the compression garments and the pumps as well,” said Cynthia Orr, a breast cancer survivor who developed lymphedema.

Orr had pushed for the federal legislation in August to expand Medicare coverage of lymphedema treatments.

A successful criminal defense attorney, Orr could afford the treatments, unlike many others who cannot and risk their lives by not getting treatment.

“That just really angered me,” Orr said. “It doesn’t make any sense.”

Adopted as a last-minute amendment to the 2023 omnibus appropriations legislation, Orr said, “Without debate, the act passed with wide margins in support and was stronger than when we had first proposed.”

She said the act would also cover any additional treatment

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Bernie Sanders Has Some Big Health Care Plans — And It’s Not Just Medicare For All

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One of this year’s more intriguing political developments is a change at the helm of the Senate health, education, labor and pensions committee, where Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) is taking the gavel. It represents a milestone of sorts for American politics ― and for Sanders himself.

The Brooklyn native and former mayor of Burlington, Vermont, first came to Washington, DC, more than 30 years ago, when he won election for the state’s lone, at-large seat in the US House. Sixteen years later, in 2006, Sanders won the US Senate seat that he holds today.

For much of that time, Sanders has played the role of ideological gadfly, proudly calling himself a “democratic socialist” and just as proudly championing causes that, by American standards, sit out on the fringes of the political left. He’s also been known

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Qatar: Health officials requiring all visitors to obtain health insurance covering COVID-19-related treatment and quarantine expenses as of Feb. 1/update 54

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As of Feb. 1, Qatar is requiring all travelers visiting the country to obtain health insurance from an insurance company approved by the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) covering their intended period of stay. Such policies must cover COVID-19-related treatment and quarantine expenses, emergency medical assistance and treatment, and repatriation in the event of a visitor’s death. For more information on visitors’ health insurance, click here.

The country’s other COVID-19-related restrictions have remained largely unchanged since Jan. 3.

Domestic Measures
Individuals are required to wear face masks in healthcare facilities and on public transportation. Admission to certain locations, including healthcare facilities, is contingent on one’s COVID-19 status on the Ehteraz app. Persons testing positive for COVID-19 are required to isolate either in a medical facility or at home for seven days, depending on symptoms. For more information on Qatar’s COVID-19-related domestic measures for workplaces, restaurants, and other business and

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Do You Worry About Your Parents’ Health?

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Many of our clients worry about their parents. Sometimes, they are concerned for their aging parents in regards to their healthcare.

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We often recommend that concerned clients have a discussion with their parents to make sure that they have all the right documents in place, to protect their wishes.

One incredibly important document that your parents should have in place is a Medical Durable Power of Attorney.

What is a Medical Durable Power of Attorney?

It is a document that instructs healthcare professionals what your wishes are if you become incapacitated. It also names the person you want to make decisions on your behalf.

A Medical Durable Power of Attorney can come in many forms and include a variety of

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Best Health Insurance Plans In India February 2023 – Forbes Advisor INDIA

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Age Factor: Age is one of the most crucial criteria for purchasing a health insurance plan. Also, while buying a health policy, it is important to keep in mind the age of the family members who need to be insured. The higher the age bracket the more premium.

You are also required to check the minimum and maximum age limit while buying a health insurance cover. Generally, the health insurance plans in India have the minimum entry age limit of 91 days and the maximum entry age limit of up to 60 or 65 years.

Perfect Blend of Premium and Sum Insured Coverage: It is always a win-win situation if one is able to buy a health insurance plan with normal premiums and good coverage. As if one goes for a really low premium, then they might compromise on good sum insured coverage. Therefore, a right blend of premium and

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Qatar Now Requires Mandatory Local Health Insurance For Entry (Effective February 1, 2023)

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Effective today, February 1st 2023, all foreign arrivals seeking to enter Qatar must have valid health insurance that covers treatments in the country in case of illness.

The requirement includes travelers who enter Qatar either with a visa, visa on arrival, or those nationals entering the country under the visa (cost) waiver scheme.

It’s important to note that this will also affect guests who have booked a brief stopover while traveling via Doha’s Hamad International Airport with Qatar airways.

The official Visit Qatar website says that effective today (Feb 1), all visitors must hold a recognized insurance plan that can be purchased in advance or on arrival at a cost of 50 Qatari Riyals [US$14].

These are the accepted insurance providers:

The only accepted (listed) international insurance companies appear to be from the gulf region as well. Visitors from overseas apparently won’t have their insurance policies accepted.

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Opinions | Insurance should cover mental health care better

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Americans are in pain, mentally as well as physically, and inadequate insurance is making it worse. Simply finding a therapist is absurdly difficult, and the care itself is often unaffordable. Here’s proof.

Sixty-nine percent of insured Americans under 18 who sought behavioral health care from January 2019 to April 2022 did not receive treatment, a survey from researchers at the University of Chicago revealed this week. Adults didn’t fare much better. Fifty-seven percent who sought care received none.

The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act that Congress passed in 2008 was supposed to prevent this situation by pushing for equal treatment of minds and bodies. Obviously, the law is not working. Congress and the Biden administration need to strengthen it. Health insurers should also recognize it is in their financial

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Can You Prevent Telehealth Fraud?

Telemedicine has continued to thrive in a post-pandemic world, but with the expansion of services comes the expansion of fraud.

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The Office of Inspector General (“OIG”) has warned healthcare entities to use ‘heightened scrutiny’ when entering telemedicine arrangements that have suspect characteristics of a fraud scheme.

The OIG has stated that a common characteristic of fraudulent schemes is the use of kickbacks to recruit and award healthcare practitioners.

The OIG further warns that enforcement is continuing. The OIG and the Department of Justice (DOJ) have investigated many fraud cases involving telemedicine companies.

In their investigations and cases, healthcare practitioners, telemedicine companies, and other participants have been held civilly, criminally, and administratively liable for their participation.

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What is an Irrevocable Trust?

A trust is an estate planning tool that allows a person to control their assets during their lifetime and make provisions for incapacity and death. Many trusts are revocable, however, irrevocable trusts can be an incredibly useful way to plan for your future.

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One thing you should know about irrevocable trusts is that, unlike revocable or living trusts, irrevocable trusts cannot be changed or amended. They are set in stone.

A second thing that you should know about irrevocable trusts is that they have significant advantages and unique disadvantages.

Irrevocable trusts are often used as a person advances in age. Once they know that their circumstances are unlikely to change, we sometimes recommend the use of an irrevocable trust

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