$500 Million in Doctor Overcharges Revealed
Washington report cites new statistics showing one dollar in overcharges for every twenty five paid to doctors last year. Blue Shield plans say excess fees could top 500 million when applied to total physician payments, with 40 million rejected under negotiated limits. Critics argue true overcharges may be higher, while AMA notes varied costs in office and lab services.
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Senators clash over drug use tagging in service records
Senate hearing hears Pentagon defend stamping drug discharge numbers on records to warn employers. Senator Hughes condemns SPN334 tagging as lifelong stigma. Pentagon physician Wilbur argues it aids treatment and informs employers. Amid figures showing rising drug discharges, debate over honesty versus punishment continues.
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