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Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1969

Page

3

Medicare's Mixed Impact in Nebraska Hospitals and Services

A Nebraska student analysis shows Medicare largely benefiting Nebraskans over 65 with hospital coverage and physician insurance uptake, while sparking higher costs and uneven hospital crowding. Doctors note earlier care but warn of rising administrative work and limited nursing and pathology staff.

Nebraska Frank H. Tanner Lincoln Nebraska State Medical Association Tanner G. L. Collins Collins Robert J. Morgan Alliance Stuart C. Mount Nebraska Hospital Association Mount Social Security Office Grandpa

Medicare's strain on rural hospitals and aging patients

The 1960 census shows high over 65 rates in Aurora. Falls City and Bryan Memorial Hospitals report Medicare-driven financial strain with high patient days and losses. Local seniors like C A McGuire reflect concerns, while medical schools expect little enrollment impact and doctors warn of a move toward socialized medicine.

Aurora Foster Hamilton County Falls City Community Hospital Falls City Archibald J. Weaver Medicare Weaver Falls City Hospital Bryan Memorial Hospital Lincoln Eugene G. Edwards Edwards C. A. McGuire S. 14Th St L. J. Hohnstein C St Richard Egan Creighton University Omaha Congress

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