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Our View: Byzantine medical billing calls for narrow policy focus

by The Editorial Board August 23, 2022August 23, 2022

As we explore the possibility of a new system, we owe it to ourselves to clear up the one we’ve got.

The system can be a nightmare to navigate. Here’s some advice on how to do it.

‘Facility fees’ – charges assessed simply for having a procedure done in a hospital – are increasingly contributing to surprisingly large bills.

An $833,000 federal grant will help fund the Brunswick facility’s expansion, which will fill a big need, the executive director says.

by The Editorial Board August 4, 2022August 3, 2022

If Congress doesn’t act, then millions of Americans could lose health coverage at the end of the year.

by Michael Bacon Special to the Telegram May 8, 2022May 11, 2022

As Anthem and Maine Medical Center fight over millions, Mainers are spending too much for health care.

Fore River Urology says the change will go into effect Aug. 1 for those with commercial plans, Sept. 1 for those with Medicare Advantage.

by Victoria Hugo-Vidal May 1, 2022April 30, 2022

Trying to get an insurer to pay for something requires the stamina to outlast the ranks of automated voices and customer service agents.

by Jay Bradshaw Special to the Press Herald April 30, 2022April 29, 2022

It seems inconceivable that a call to 911 may go unanswered, but such a nightmare scenario is closer on a daily basis than the public may realize.

by Denise McDonough Special to the Press Herald April 26, 2022April 26, 2022

The insurer is committed to coming back to the negotiating table, and it hopes MaineHealth will join them, Denise McDonough says.