Iowa faces dispute over certificate of need for in-office cataract surgery
The state fines Dr. Birchansky 20000 and bans office cataract surgery at Fox Eye, arguing the clinic is an uncertified surgical center in a system expanding to 25 centers. The dispute hinges on whether cataract operations belong in private offices or require a certified facility, with insurers and state agencies weighing oversight and costs.
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Airlines expand overhead bins to lure business travelers
United Continental notes carry on bags have grown and bin space is stretched. Industry analysts say expanding bins could offer a competitive edge for business travelers, while airlines contend most travelers avoid fees or have bags waived at the gate. Flight crews recall earlier, smaller bins and growing cabin load shifts.
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Airlines retrofit bins to fit standard carry on bags
Airlines expand overhead storage on multiple fleets to fit 9 by 14 by 22 inch bags. Boeing redesigned bins for better fit as United and American enforce stricter carry on rules with gate checks and size boxes.
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