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STAFF BLOG CAPITOL CHATTER Nursing homes get financial bump as lawmakers OK health care bill
By Danielle Killey Nursing homes and other care facilities will get more state money than they have seen in years. Sen. Tony Lourey, DFL-Kerrick, said the budget plan lawmakers approved last week inc...
Posted on 5/18/13 at 6:40 PM
HEALTHBEAT Change fatigue in health care
The patient was at the hospital for a straightforward same-day surgery but the admission process fell far short of efficient. She was directed hither and yon - first to the registration desk, then to ...
Posted on 5/9/13 at 3:39 PM
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD NORTH DAKOTA North Dakota to expand Medicaid coverage
By Ryan Schuster Earlier this month North Dakota Gov. Jack Dalrymple signed legislation allowing the state to expand Medicaid coverage to an estimated 20,000 North Dakotans who dont currently qualify...
Posted on 4/29/13 at 9:41 AM
MIDDLE AGED PLAGUE I'm a Believer -- So Are You
We disagree with one another a lot these days, but I think I've found three sentences we can all say, "Yes, that's true," to: 1) We are all born. 2) We all die. 3) In between, we operate each of ...
Posted on 12/19/12 at 3:11 PM
COBBERS ON THE BRAIN Quality of Life and End of Life Decisions
In a discussion of neurodegenerative diseases, especially those that appear as late-onset varieties, a question arises about prolonging life and improving quality of life. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosi...
Posted on 10/24/12 at 10:00 AM
Minnesotans will feel legislative session impact
Legislative sessions have consequences, and 2013’s version will be felt by many Minnesotans.
By Don Davis , May 22, 2013
Quirk in health law will affect few in Dakotas 
A wrinkle in the federal Affordable Care Act that could affect tens of thousands of people who consider themselves Native Americans nationwide isn't expected to hit many in Minnesota.
By Steve Karnowski , May 15, 2013
Richard Hanson, Grafton, N.D., letter: A plan for free health care for all
After 2020, Medicare and Medicaid costs are likely to explode, ending all hope of controlling federal deficits. Can we solve this problem? Yes. One way is to end Medicare and Medicaid.
By Richard Hanson , May 12, 2013
Evolution1 thriving in health care payment world
Fargo-based Evolution1 describes its software platform as the nation’s largest electronic payment solution for companies that offer health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts to pay for health care and the consumers who use them.
By Dave Olson , May 11, 2013
Altru honors former Grand Forks nurse turned healthcare policymaker
Mary Wakefield’s lifelong interest in health propelled her to the top of a federal healthcare agency.
By Brandi Jewett , May 07, 2013
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Hospital bills for having a baby significant compared to past
Beverly Rolland’s birth on June 12, 1939, cost $30.55. Rolland recently found the old bill and was shocked at the price of her delivery. With today’s inflation, $30.55 is equivalent to $510.26 today. But the cost of birth in the modern world is far more expensive than $510.26.
By Anna G. Larson , May 07, 2013
Minnesota health care marketplace board members ready to work
Phil Norgaard uttered words seldom heard in the meeting-filled Minnesota Capitol: “I can’t wait to get to some meetings.”
By Don Davis , April 30, 2013
Health insurance help for N.D.’s small businesses
Because of the Affordable Care Act, North Dakota’s small businesses and their employees are getting better choices, starting with new protections that limit the outrageous rate hikes many small business owners faced in the past.
By Marguerite Salazar and Stan Nakano , April 24, 2013
Health bill highlights
Key figures from a House bill funding health programs for the elderly, disabled and poor
By Don Davis , April 22, 2013
House debates health bill not knowing hospital impact
At least 600,000 more Minnesotans would get subsidized health care under a bill House Democrats expect to pass late tonight or early Tuesday. Republicans complain that even with increased spending for nursing homes and other long-term care programs, more money is needed.
By Don Davis , April 22, 2013
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Thousands in region will be eligible for tax subsidies
More than 69,000 North Dakotans and 459,000 Minnesotans will be eligible for premium tax credit subsidies to make health insurance more affordable next year under the Affordable Care Act.
By Patrick Springer , April 21, 2013
Obamacare presents a mixed bag of options for N.D.'s health insurance market
North Dakota’s health insurance market, long regarded as lacking stiff competition, will enter a new era when health reforms introduce a new marketplace next year.
By Patrick Springer , April 21, 2013
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New Mayo Clinic plan drops tax capture piece
A complicated tax capture plan sought by the Mayo Clinic to assist in a 20-year growth plan is being dropped in favor of state aid payments directly tied to the amount of private spending on the development, The Associated Press has learned.
By Brian Bakst , April 11, 2013
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