Grace Vitaglione is a Legislative and Aging Health Reporter at NC Health News. She focuses on consumer health, public health, and healthcare administration, drawing from her previous experience reporting on healthcare and the economy at Carolina Public Press. Grace has been featured in various outlets including Qcitymetro.com, WFAE, and WHQR Public Radio.
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By: Grace Vitaglione, Hall Said
NC Health News breaks down the two chambers’ proposals — line by line — in a spreadsheet.
By: Grace Vitaglione
With no state budget in sight before the fiscal year ends July 1, state senators are trying to pass a narrower spending bill — but it would need approval from the House.
By: Grace Vitaglione
The spending plan would also direct some dollars to Medicaid, but less than what the state health department asked for.
By: Grace Vitaglione
The proposed spending plan from the NC Senate would cut the entire funding allotment to the program for the next two fiscal years.
The North Carolina Senate's proposed budget would cut state funds for the Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program, affecting Medicare beneficiaries.
The North Carolina Senate's proposed budget would cut all state funds for a popular program that helps seniors make better choices for their Medicare plans.
By: Grace Vitaglione
With many PBMs under scrutiny, smaller startups that bill themselves as transparent are seeing interest from employers.
Some employers and health systems in North Carolina are looking to change how they manage prescription drug benefits for their employees.
The process can be confusing for those who are about to turn 65, or already have. Here’s a general guide from NC Health News.
Turning 65 can be daunting, especially when it comes to enrolling in Medicare, the federal program that provides health insurance to nearly 69 million seniors, people with disabilities and Americans who meet certain other conditions. Everybody’s situation is different when it comes to Medicare, said Rhonda Narron, southeastern regional manager with the Seniors Health Insurance […]
