KanCare rollout in Kansas seen smoother than expected
Kansas officials and stakeholders report the expanded Medicaid managed care program is progressing with fewer issues than feared. Since Jan 1 KanCare moved 380,000 enrollees to plans run by United HealthCare AmeriGroup and Sunflower State Health Plan, while the state monitors growing pains and works to fix early kinks across pharmacies and providers.
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Inside Trail Run Not for Faint of Heart
Local hikers tackle a challenging trail in a feature on endurance and nature. The story highlights the physical demands and scenic rewards, profiling participants and organizers as they push through steep grades and rugged terrain.
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WellCommons: A Health and Wellness Community Site
WellCommons is an online health and wellness community affiliated with the Lawrence Journal-World. It serves as a news and social platform where users discuss health topics, share stories, post events, form groups, and exchange information. Contact Katie Bean.
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