Virginia streamlines child health insurance program
Virginia officials report rapid enrollment growth in the FAMIS program for children with income between Medicaid and private insurance. Since revamping its application to a one page telephone form, 2,000 children were enrolled in two months, replacing the older 14 page process. Current enrollment stands at 34,100 with 82,000 eligible, as outreach via rallies, raffles, schools, and media continues.
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West Virginia doctor backs smoker monitoring plan
Wheeling AP reports Dr. David Burns defends a proposed screening program for West Virginia smokers. He notes some short-term quitters may not benefit, but separating low-risk from high-risk individuals is difficult. Burns says earlier detection reduces lung cancer death risk.
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Medical group hails Wise insurance proposal in WV
West Virginia Medical Association president Al Faheem and Dr Wise welcomed the proposal as addressing insurance availability and affordability, with calls to also tackle lawsuit rules. Wise noted lawsuit issues could be tackled in a separate bill, possibly in a special or regular session, and considered pre-litigation screening and witness certification as urged by the association.
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