Ask Emily: HSAs, COBRA: Do they mesh with Obamacare?January 17, 2014This is a critical moment in the evolution of Obamacare – and of this column. Tens of thousands of you already have enrolled in health plans that will kick in a few days from now, if they haven’t already.
Dental Care Education Funding In Budget Proposal Could Be Sign Of Shift In SpendingJanuary 13, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneA small spending item in Governor Jerry Brown’s California budget proposal that would put $17 million for education about dental care for kids could be a sign of a shift in health care spending from the past five years. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Fifth Person Dies Of H1N1 In Sacramento CountyJanuary 10, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe County Department of Health and Human Services says the most recent victim was a 53-year-old man who died at home.
California Health Officials Say Deadly Flu Virus SpreadingJanuary 10, 2014 | Max PringleCalifornia health officials are reporting the rate of illness from influenza is higher than normal for this time of year, with a more dangerous form of the virus leading the way. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Advocates Say Brown Budget Could Invest More In Kids' HealthJanuary 9, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneCalifornia’s advocates for children’s health say the Governor’s budget could do more to ensure low-income kids have access to services. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Brown Budget Calls For Changes To Medi-CalJanuary 8, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneGovernor Jerry Brown's budget proposal includes health policy changes for the state’s Medi-Cal program.
California Flu Cases Expected To Increase SignificantlyJanuary 8, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneCalifornia health officials say the flu is widespread, and they expect incidence of the illness to increase significantly over the next few weeks, but that’s not unusual for this time of year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Medical Advocate Explains Viral Post On $55K Appendectomy BillJanuary 7, 2014 | Marnette FederisA medical billing advocate explains why the situation described on a viral Reddit post about a $55,000 appendectomy bill is more common than you might think.
Covered California Extends Payment Deadline To Jan. 15January 6, 2014(AP) -- Covered California announced that it has extended the deadline for payments until Jan. 15.
New Flu Shot Debuts In CaliforniaJanuary 6, 2014 | Bob MoffittMost people will receive a flu shot to immunize them against three different types of flu. But, there's a new vaccine that covers four strains. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.