Malpractice Insurance Rates in Ohio May Double
Hospitals and physicians in Ohio could see malpractice insurance costs more than double, with increases up to 145 percent for doctors and 160 percent for hospitals. The filings were made by ISO and state insurers, sparking planned hearings and appeals from medical and hospital groups. Public hearings had not been scheduled, and officials cited potential effects on high risk surgeries, retirements, and practice locations.
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Brown Sees Rhode Island Victory Boost in Democratic Race
Rhode Island primary produced mixed signals as Jerry Brown claimed a de facto victory with an uncommitted slate taking 32 percent, while Carter earned 30 percent and Church 28 percent. Reagan edged Ford in Montana and South Dakota, with Carter strong in South Dakota and Udall second in several contests. Brown remains far from official delegates but vows California improvement. Church says Rhode Island was not a Brown victory.
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Jimmy Carter
Carter
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Frank Church
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Arizona
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Church
New Jersey
Ohio
Reagan
Udall
FBI Pressure Probe Ties Silkwood Case to Nuclear Inquiry
Justice Department conducts internal review into possible FBI influence on a House energy and environment probe of nuclear security. Investigators weigh if Jacque Srouji and FBI documents affected the inquiry while Silkwood case details surface. No evidence yet shows official FBI influence, though the matter remains under scrutiny.
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Justice Department
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Oklahoma
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Kerr-McGee Corp
Crescent
Okla
James B. Adams
Subcommittee
Srouji
Bureau
The
Nashville Tennessean
Ohio Primary to Be Showdown as Carter Fights For Delegates
Democrats Church and Udall campaigned in Ohio as Carter planned a Cleveland visit. Church urged being the main alternative to Carter in the June 8 Ohio primary while Udall called the race a showdown, hoping to slow Carter's bid. Republicans Reagan and Ford projected to seek Ohio delegates with Ford touring New Jersey and Ohio.
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Reagan
Sale Finds Good Home For Patrolman ́s Horse
In Cleveland 11 year old gelding Brandy, once ridden by Patrolman Joseph Munaretto, sold for 2300 dollars at a police auction. Widow Ann Munaretto plans to keep Brandy for recreation with her four children and Gregory, a Cleveland officer. About 150 people attended the sale and several horses went to mounted unit policemen. Auctioneer James T. Carney noted the horses would not be sold for work use.
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Ding
Munaretto
Joseph Munaretto
Cleveland Police Tech Unit
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Brandy
James T. Carney
Hays Not Planning To Quit Amid Ethics Probe
The House ethics committee will investigate Wayne Hays payroll sex scandal while deciding whether to act now or await grand jury action. Some lawmakers urge Hays to step down as chairman of two panels until the Justice Department probe concludes. Hays, saying he has no plans to quit, faces a panel meeting and potential delays as federal investigators proceed.
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House
Wayne Hays
Hays
Justice Department
Abner Mikva
D-Ill
Hich
U.S
Nuclear Plant Alert Prompts Tight Security Review
Washington AP report notes no breach attempts at 58 U.S. nuclear plants after a “low level” preparedness alert issued last week. NRC spokesman says no incidents since the alert and refuses to disclose cause while Rep. Miller seeks written explanation soon.
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Miller
Frank Ingram
Mine Talks Demand End to Coal Miners Strike
The 1 500 coal miners on strike against the Southern Ohio Coal Co will stay off their jobs until direct talks are arranged, union officials said. The report notes a page 2 reference to related events and a broader Ohio context.
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Southern Ohio Coal Co
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Classified listings appear alongside editorial notices and obituaries in this page segment. The weather forecast calls for mostly cloudy tonight with lows in the 50s and mostly sunny Thursday with highs in the 70s and a 20 percent chance of rain.
GAO Warns on Medicaid Payments and Care Standards
The General Accounting Office warns that the federal government may be liable for illegal Medicaid payments after July 1 if it does not ensure proper patient care in long term hospital programs. This audit highlights potential millions in state funds at risk.
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General Accounting Office
GAO
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Health, Education and Welfare
David Mathews
Treasury
William E. Simon
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