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Machine learning vs. bodily pain: 5 points of promise and challenge

We have seen the future of pain management, and it is in automated assessments aided by AI.

Senate Judiciary Chair demands UnitedHealth turn over Medicare records

The request comes from a letter by Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA), who told the company to deliver records on compliance audits and medical chart reviews.

VA releases another 1,400 employees as FDA invites 300 back to work

As Elon Musk’s DOGE continues to push for staffing cuts, it appears the FDA may have let too many probationary workers go.

UnitedHealthcare sued by 17 hospitals in $145M dispute over out-of-network reimbursement

The hospitals all belong to HCA Healthcare, which claims it is required by law to care for emergency patients regardless of their medical coverage status.

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MSNBC settles 'uterus collector' defamation lawsuit

MSNBC is settling a defamation lawsuit filed by Mahendra Ami, MD, who was accused in 2020 of performing mass hysterectomies at an ICE detention center. Ami denied the accusations and sued the network for $30 million, alleging they failed to verify the claims of a whistleblower nurse.

Report: UnitedHealth under investigation by DOJ for Medicare Advantage upcoding

According to the Wall Street Journal, the DOJ is looking into whether the insurer is responsible for billing the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for patient diagnoses not applicable to the actual care a patient will need, in an effort to boost monthly payments received by the agency.

FDA approves first therapy for very rare lipid storage disorder

Ctexli (chenodiol) can now be prescribed to patients with cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis, a condition caused by a genetic mutation that leads to cholesterol buildup around vital organs.

FDA announces Class I recall of Boston Scientific pacemakers—replacement may be necessary

These safety issues have been linked to more than 800 injuries and two deaths. It is possible, the FDA warned, that some patients may require a device to be removed and replaced.

FDA approves first therapy for very rare lipid storage disorder

Ctexli (chenodiol) can now be prescribed to patients with cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis, a condition caused by a genetic mutation that leads to cholesterol buildup around vital organs.

FDA announces Class I recall of Boston Scientific pacemakers—replacement may be necessary

These safety issues have been linked to more than 800 injuries and two deaths. It is possible, the FDA warned, that some patients may require a device to be removed and replaced.

FDA ends semaglutide shortage, closing the door on compounded Wegovy, Ozempic

The years-long shortage of Wegovy and Ozempic, two popular prescription-only semaglutide injections, is officially over.

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American Heart Association highlights importance of NIH as battle over Trump funding cuts continues

“Now more than ever, we must recognize that our country’s leadership in groundbreaking medical research spurs scientific innovation, improves public health and creates new innovations that save and improve lives nationwide,” Joseph C. Wu, MD, PhD, explained in a statement.

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Machine learning vs. bodily pain: 5 points of promise and challenge

We have seen the future of pain management, and it is in automated assessments aided by AI.

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FDA announces Class I recall of Boston Scientific pacemakers—replacement may be necessary

These safety issues have been linked to more than 800 injuries and two deaths. It is possible, the FDA warned, that some patients may require a device to be removed and replaced.

Cardiovascular Business

FDA ends semaglutide shortage, closing the door on compounded Wegovy, Ozempic

The years-long shortage of Wegovy and Ozempic, two popular prescription-only semaglutide injections, is officially over.