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Can You Protect Your Child’s Inheritance From Their Spouse?

  • July 22, 2023
  • 3 min read

Many of our clients want to plan for their children's future, when drafting their estate plans. However, some of our clients are concerned about their child's spouse accessing the inheritance. We can help you stay on top of the latest news that affects your everyday life. Subscribe to stay up to date. (To subscribe to our blog click here). While each client has different concerns and requires tailored estate planning, one question we often hear relates to protecting the inheritance of the spouse of their child. So can inheritance be protected from a spouse of your child? Yes, there are…

Can You Prevent Telehealth Fraud?

  • July 20, 2023
  • 3 min read

Telemedicine has continued to thrive in a post-pandemic world, but with the expansion of services comes the expansion of fraud. We can help you stay on top of the latest news that affects your everyday life. Subscribe to stay up to date. (To subscribe to our blog click here). 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…

The Power of Time – PHE America

  • June 20, 2023
  • 4 min read

(Article 3 of 5) Dr. Aubrey Shaw [right] with her mentor, Dr. Sharon Stoll[5-Part Article Series] People with physical disabilities hold limited positions as scholars, teachers, or leaders in physical education, recreation, and sports. Perhaps the reason is that the field is flooded with able-bodied people who think they know best. But do they? Michael Oliver, imminent writer, and scholar argued that people with physical disabilities should be the only ones in the field of disability studies because they have a bodily experience with disabilities. The following five-part article series shares the perspective of a scholar in the field of…

Biden finds a receptive union crowd at the first big event of his 2024 election campaign

  • June 17, 2023
  • 5 min read

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — President Joe Biden on Saturday cloaked himself in the most pro-labor president ever label, reveling in cheers from exuberant union members at the first major political event of his reelection campaign as he said his economic agenda is boosting the middle class . He spotlighted the sweeping climate, tax and health care package signed into law last year that has cut the cost of prescription drugs and lowered insurance premiums, pocketbook issues that are part of his administration's focus on his achievements during his first two years in office — and he centerpiece argument for a second…

Health insurance coverage and postpartum health

  • June 17, 2023
  • 4 min read

Health insurance coverage and postpartum health | Image Credit: © grooveriderz - © grooveriderz - stock.adobe.com.According to a recent study published in JAMA Network Openmore comprehensive health insurance increases the prevalence of postpartum visit attendance.A significant increase in maternal morbidity and mortality has been observed in the United States. In 2020, the highest maternal mortality rate among industrialized countries was reported, at 23.8 per 100,000 live births.Over 80% of pregnancy-related deaths have been estimated as preventable, and over 65% in the United States have been reported within 1 year after giving birth. Factors such as racism, lack of coordination among…

Mercy Health announces potential split from major insurance company Anthem | News

  • June 14, 2023
  • 7 min read

PADUCAH — Finger pointing, confusion and conflicting answers were seen Wednesday between a large local medical provider and a health insurance company many of you use. Mercy Health, which operates Paducah's Lourdes Hospital and several other west Kentucky medical facilities, announced the potential of a split with health insurance provider Anthem, now known as Elevance Health.Mercy says currently, only patients with Anthem's Managed Medicaid plan in Ohio could be impacted by negotiations. That contract ends at the end of the month. Mercy says all other patients with Anthem are not impacted right now, but may be soon. Mercy didn't explain…

Can You Prevent a Whistleblower Lawsuit?

  • June 8, 2023
  • 3 min read

When a whistleblower suit is brought against a company or practice, there are usually many warnings that were ignored or not dealt with appropriately. Many times, wrongdoings are brought to light internally first and properly addressing concerns can prevent a lawsuit. We can help you stay on top of the latest news that affects your everyday life. Subscribe to stay up to date. (To subscribe to our blog click here). Often, the employee who becomes the whistleblower tries to raise the issue internally before going outside the company. There are also fears of retaliation by many whistleblowers. Fear of retaliation…

The best times to get pet insurance for dogs

  • June 2, 2023
  • 5 min read

One of the best times to get pet insurance for your dog is when they're still a puppy. Getty Images If you're a pet owner, you already know how much thought goes into owning yours paint or dogs. You're often thinking about what's best for them, whether that be the type of food they eat, the veterinarian who takes care of them or the groomer who gives them their haircuts. This thought process also extends to the pet insurance world. While pet insurance can be a cost-effective and valuable protection to secure, it pays to get the timing right. This…

A quick guide to understanding Individual Health Insurance

  • May 27, 2023
  • 4 min read

The importance of having Health Insurance is now more than ever. The rapid changes in our daily lives, our work-life patterns, dietary practices, etc., only reinforce the necessity of staying healthy and having to be financially prepared for any health emergencies. As the awareness about investing in a Health Insurance plan is growing, many people from different age groups, especially the younger generations, take steps to secure their health and finances with Health Insurance. Health Insurance plans can be broadly categorized under two sections - Individual Health Insurance and Family Health Insurance. As the name suggests, Individual Health Insurance plans…