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.
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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.
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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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Dianne
Loeniig
University of Nebraska
University School of Journalism
Aurora Memorial Hospital
Harold B. Foster
Melicare
Purina
Polk Grain Co
Polk, Nebraska
Galen Sterner
Harry Anderson
Kearney State College
Hastings Public Schools
Polk County
Boardman’s
Stromsburg, Nebr
Co-Op
Farmers Coop Grain Association