Author Frequently asked questions. 294 items Posts pagination Newer 1 … 22 23 24 25 26 … 30 Older Remembering 9/11 and Social Cohesion September 11, 2021 Comment by: Jim Kahn Today is the 20th anniversary of the airborne terrorist attacks on the NYC Twin Towers and other US targets. The terrible events of that day brought our country together in sympathy and support for the hurt and the families of the deceased. A new era of American solidarity seemed to be […] “But can the government afford it?”: The wrong question for Medicare for All September 9, 2021 Summary: Modern Monetary Theory establishes the principles that can — indeed must — guide the federal government’s spending on essential population needs, like universal health care. The government’s fiscal tools enable these commitments, even beyond what taxes can cover. The Deficit Myth: Modern Monetary Theory and the Birth of the People’s EconomyBy Stephanie KeltonProfessor of […] Driving Physician Burnout: Corporate Takeover & Value-Based Care September 7, 2021 Summary: A survey of 700 US primary care physicians found burnout much less likely in solo and physician-owned (non-corporate) practices and much more likely with ACOs and other value-based care. Lesson: current health system trends are hazardous to the health of doctors … and thus harm patient care. Cultural and Structural Features of Zero-Burnout Primary […] Texas Bans Nearly All Abortions September 4, 2021 Summary: Texas passed a ban on all abortions after 6 weeks, enlisting citizens to enforce it. This week, the U.S. Supreme Court let the law stand without hearing arguments. Roe v. Wade took a huge hit. So did health care justice. Supreme Court, Breaking Silence, Won’t Block Texas Abortion LawNew York TimesSeptember 1, 2021August 23, […] Reminder from Med Students & Residents: Academic Medical Centers are Mostly AWOL in the Fight Against Racism September 3, 2021 Summary: This extensive report card about 26 medical schools found widespread deficiencies in the pursuit of racial justice in training, clinical care, policing, worker relations, and research. Despite increasing recognition of these problems, attempts to address them remain far short of vigorous. Racial Justice Report Card, 2020-2021. September 1, 2021. White Coats for Black Lives […] Sutter Medicare Advantage Pays $90 million Due to False Data September 1, 2021 Summary: Sutter Health (California) is paying $90 million to settle allegations that it submitted false diagnoses to increase payments to its Medicare Advantage plans. This type of gaming and fraud permeates the private insurance-run Medicare Advantage program. Let’s return to a social insurance model – traditional Medicare, without the privates. Then extend it to everyone. […] More market fiddling, that’s the answer! August 30, 2021 Summary: In a JAMA opinion piece, two physicians with homes in the business world propose payment innovations for our multi-payer health care system. Are these proven strategies? Of course not. Do they betray a blind faith in the magic of the marketplace? Sure do. Setting the Stage for the Next 10 Years of Health Care […] Learning from Costa Rica August 28, 2021 Summary: Atul Gawande writes a compelling New Yorker report of how Costa Rica melded medicine and public health to greatly reduce disease and lengthen life. If the U.S. is to learn from this inspiring example, we’ll need universal coverage with no cost barriers, robust health data, and strong primary care. Single payer will help pave […] HJM Reader Feedback Survey August 27, 2021 Dear HJM Reader: We want your feedback! Health Justice Monitor started in late May as the successor to Don McCanne’s quote of the day. It’s time to see how we’re doing. Please complete this quick (9 questions, 5 minutes) survey to help us improve HJM. Many thanks, Jim Kahn and the HJM team PHARMA Distorts Public Opinion on Drug Price Negotiation August 25, 2021 Summary: The pharmaceuticals trade association ran a big ad claiming that Americans oppose negotiations on drug prices. It is dishonest: only after hearing pharma’s scare tactics do most Americans become opposed. It’s time for drug price negotiations in Medicare. Axios VitalsAugust 24, 2021 MESSAGE FROM PHARMA KFF Health Tracking Poll – May 2021: Prescription Drug […] Posts pagination Newer 1 … 22 23 24 25 26 … 30 Older
