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Concierge medicine means better access to doctors, but costs patients
Increasingly, Americans pay for the privilege of seeing a doctor. Research shows concierge medicine can further hamper access to care for those who can't afford the upgrade.
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Increasingly, Americans pay for the privilege of seeing a doctor. Research shows concierge medicine can further hamper access to care for those who can't afford the upgrade.
Social services, such as parenting classes and economic development programs, can help, some health experts say. But insurers don't always cover these services.
A first-of-its-kind survey of Medicaid enrollees found that nearly a quarter who were dropped from the program in the last year's unwinding say they're uninsured.
More doctors are integrating oral health care into their practices, filling a need in America's dental deserts.
The CEO of the National Rural Health Association said he found the report "shocking," though "unfortunately, not surprising."
Dr. Kristin Lyerly became the first Democratic candidate in Wisconsin's 8th Congressional District, held by the departing Republican Rep. Mike Gallagher.
The cyberattack on a unit of UnitedHeath Group's Optum division has left providers struggling to get paid for care.
In his State of the Union address Thursday, President Biden plans to urge Congress to focus on bringing down the price of prescription drugs for Americans.
The presidential election is likely to turn on the simple question of whether Americans want Donald Trump back in the White House. But health care tops the list of household financial worries for adults from both parties.
Several small pharmacies in the Midwest and California reported problems filling prescriptions after an ongoing cybersecurity issue at Change Healthcare.
More than 600 companies pitched their products and services at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference. Here are the big takeaways.
Peer-to-peer efforts can meet a clear need among students whose colleges may not make sexual health products accessible or affordable.
The end of the year is approaching, which means it's time to think about what's left in your Flexible Spending Account, or FSA, before you lose it. Here's what you can spend the balance on.
On Thanksgiving day, Ardent Health Services was forced to take its network offline after a cyber breach affecting 30 hospitals and more than 200 health care sites.
The U.S. spends huge amounts of money on health care that does little or nothing to help patients, and may even harm them.
Health care workers are reporting a significant increase in harassment and mental health issues, compared to before the COVID pandemic, in new survey data published by the CDC.
CVS won't sell decongestants that contain phenylephrine as the only active ingredient after an FDA panel called the ingredient ineffective.
Rise in premiums comes as mergers in health care industry have diminished incentives for insurers to price plans competitively.
Prosecutors alleged that Cigna submitted inaccurate and bogus codes for Medicare Advantage plans between 2016 and 2021.
So far, the CDC doesn't think the highly mutated BA.2.86 variant is to blame.
President Biden has rolled out a new set of initiatives intended to reduce health care costs.
Black mothers died at the nation's highest rates, while the largest increases in deaths were found in American Indian and Native Alaskan mothers, a study found.
A year after Roe v. Wade was overturned, some attorneys are exploring lawsuits on behalf of women who they said have been harmed by a state abortion ban.
Many women's concerns now extend beyond abortion access to health and reproductive care.
Some states have significantly higher rates of depression than others, a new report finds.
It was to be a night of nationwide exposure for the rising performer and Colorado native, instead, it drew criticism and expressions of concern.
Wheat Ridge police want people out with their dogs to pull double duty. That means while walking your dog or exercising, why not watch for crime as well?
The nosedive was caught on camera thanks to the teen, who said he was only trying to get a video of the plane so close to the saddle of the mountain in the first place.
The proposed amendment to the Charter of the City and County of Denver to remove the requirement has been a conversation both city leaders and agencies have engaged in since last year.
Aurora got a massive economic boost on Tuesday when Philip Morris International announced plans to build a 600,000 square foot manufacturing facility in the city.
It was to be a night of nationwide exposure for the rising performer and Colorado native, instead, it drew criticism and expressions of concern.
Wheat Ridge police want people out with their dogs to pull double duty. That means while walking your dog or exercising, why not watch for crime as well?
The nosedive was caught on camera thanks to the teen, who said he was only trying to get a video of the plane so close to the saddle of the mountain in the first place.
The proposed amendment to the Charter of the City and County of Denver to remove the requirement has been a conversation both city leaders and agencies have engaged in since last year.
Aurora got a massive economic boost on Tuesday when Philip Morris International announced plans to build a 600,000 square foot manufacturing facility in the city.
Video shows a small plane narrowly avoiding a crash in Grand County near the Continental Divide, taken by a teen hiking the Devil's Thumb.
Doctors at the Barbara Davis Center at CU Anschutz and Children's Hospital in Aurora have just published new research finding solid evidence backing the need for universal screening for celiac disease in all children nationwide, to protect their health and safety.
Event at Denver Skate Park aims to turn negative interaction over skateboarding into positive one.
Despite efforts that have been underway for years to prevent a zebra mussel invasion in Colorado, larvae have been found in the Colorado River and Government Highline Canal near Grand Junction.
Former Bronco Terrell Davis is threatening legal action after he was removed from a United Airlines flight in handcuffs.
The lawyers representing former Denver Broncos star Terrell Davis say United Airlines so far hasn't done enough to right what they say was an "injustice" done to their client.
Six years ago the Nuggets learned that they would have a long wait before they would see their first round draft pick Michael Porter Jr. on the court. A similar situation has emerged this year for the Nuggets with their most recent pick.
FBI agents detained Denver Broncos Hall of Fame running back Terrell Davis over the weekend after an incident that happened during a commercial plane flight.
Paris 2024 Summer Games organizers hope Olympic flame's glitzy arrival in the City of Light can help cast off shadow of low local enthusiasm.
Fans appeared to breach the security gates at Hard Rock Stadium hours before the Copa America final between Argentina and Colombia.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
Sen. Ron Johnson said he delivered an earlier version of his speech, which was written before the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump.
If Donald Trump wins the election, JD Vance would have to give up his Senate seat to serve as vice president, prompting questions about who would fill the vacancy.
The Biden administration wants a new law that would cap annual rent increases at no more than 5% — or landlords would lose a major tax break.
The crowd cheered wildly for former President Donald Trump, whose ear was bandaged Monday after his ear was grazed by a bullet at a rally Saturday.
Sen. Ron Johnson said he delivered an earlier version of his speech, which was written before the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump.
If Donald Trump wins the election, JD Vance would have to give up his Senate seat to serve as vice president, prompting questions about who would fill the vacancy.
Colorado's Republican delegation cast all 37 of its votes for Donald Trump on opening day of the Republican National Convention, helping him secure the GOP nomination for president.
The Biden administration wants a new law that would cap annual rent increases at no more than 5% — or landlords would lose a major tax break.
The crowd cheered wildly for former President Donald Trump, whose ear was bandaged Monday after his ear was grazed by a bullet at a rally Saturday.
Doctors at the Barbara Davis Center at CU Anschutz and Children's Hospital in Aurora have just published new research finding solid evidence backing the need for universal screening for Celiac Disease in all children nationwide, to protect their health and safety.
Blood donations are needed to help those in need. Denver Health is partnering with American Red Cross and the Cooper Steinhauser Foundation to get as much people to donate as possible.
Symptoms among the new bird flu cases included "fever, chills, coughing and sore throat/runny nose," alongside pink eye and eye tearing, a CDC spokesperson confirmed Monday.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
Kendall credits Children's Hospital Colorado with helping her work through an eating disorder.
The Biden administration wants a new law that would cap annual rent increases at no more than 5% — or landlords would lose a major tax break.
Trump rally shooter was wearing a Demolition Ranch shirt. Here's what to know about the YouTube account.
Dollar General settles federal allegations by agreeing to improve safety in its 20,000 discount stores nationwide.
Here is why the Trump rally gunman appeared in an ad for BlackRock, according to the asset manager.
Macy's said it will pursue a turnaround on its own, as the department store chain rejects $6.9 billion offer from two investment firms.
A new national study from Prudential Financial shows Gen Xers are struggling to be prepared for retirement.
As temperatures heat up and Coloradans escape extreme weather outside, the heat will also put a strain on air conditioners keeping you cool inside.
Last week was scorching hot in Colorado, so many people were staying indoors and cranking up the air conditioning.
The University of Denver is launching a new certificate program to address affordable housing needs in Colorado.
Right now, Coloradans are struggling to make ends meet, and a nonprofit in Denver is providing opportunities to change that.