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wtop. com > national > 2026 > 05 > the-trump-administration-expands-its-use-of-ai-in-the-hunt-for-healthcare-fraud

The Trump administration expands its use of AI in the hunt for healthcare fraud

2+ hour, 58+ min ago  (500+ words) May 21, 2026, 5: 09 PM The department will use Chat GPT and other AI tools to analyze audit reports from all 50 states on an ongoing basis, said Gustav Chiarello, the assistant secretary for financial resources who is leading the new program. "It's classic…...

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wtop. com > news > 2026 > 02 > how-much-does-medicare-pay-for-a-hospital-stay

How Much Does Medicare Pay for a Hospital Stay?

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (1448+ words) February 26, 2026, 7: 00 PM If you get sick or injured and need hospital care, which can cost thousands of dollars, would you be able to afford it? Research published in the Annals of Internal Medicine suggests it may be a challenge for…...

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wtop. com > news > 2026 > 01 > medigap-coverage-when-do-you-need-it

Medigap Coverage: When Do You Need It?

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (765+ words) January 25, 2026, 7: 00 PM Deciding if and when to add a Medicare supplement plan, also known as Medigap, to original Medicare (Part A and Part B) can feel daunting when you're already facing complex insurance plan choices. However, there's no need to despair,…...

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wtop. com > news > 2026 > 03 > how-to-change-medicare-plans-in-2026-dates-rules-and-expert-tips

How to Change Medicare Plans in 2026: Dates, Rules and Expert Tips

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (896+ words) March 10, 2026, 8: 00 PM Choosing the right Medicare plan is essential for ensuring you have the coverage that best meets your medical and financial needs. However, as your health, budget and provider networks change, your current plan may no longer be the…...

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wtop. com > news > 2026 > 04 > how-does-goodrx-work-with-medicare

Good Rx and Medicare Part D: How to Use Good Rx to Save Money on Prescriptions

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (1292+ words) April 14, 2026, 8: 00 PM It's no secret that the American health care system is complicated, and getting prescription medications can be particularly bewildering and costly. One option for consumers is Good Rx, a company that aims to make drug pricing more transparent…...

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wtop. com > news > 2026 > 02 > arcosa-q4-earnings-snapshot

Arcosa: Q4 Earnings Snapshot

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (131+ words) IRAN WAR UPDATE: Iran reimposes restrictions on Strait of Hormuz, accusing US of violating deal to reopen it February 26, 2026, 5: 50 PM The Dallas-based company said it had net income of $1. 06 per share. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, came to…...

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wtop. com > news > 2026 > 04 > life-insurance-for-long-term-care-4-ways-to-pay-for-care

Life Insurance for Long-Term Care: 4 Ways to Pay for Care

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (1234+ words) April 14, 2026, 8: 00 PM Whether your plan is to age in place or move into a senior living facility, it's likely that you or a loved one will need some form of long-term care. In fact, more than 50% of women and 39% of…...

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wtop. com > news > 2026 > 04 > 5-steps-for-picking-a-medicare-plan-2

How to Choose a Medicare Plan: 5 Essential Steps

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (1767+ words) LOCAL ALERT: Maryland Democrats reject effort to redraw state's congressional map as legislative session ends April 12, 2026, 8: 00 PM Making the move from private, employer-provided health insurance to Medicare can be daunting because there are so many plan options on the market…...

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wtop. com > news > 2026 > 03 > 7-ways-to-reduce-health-care-costs-in-retirement

7 Ways to Reduce Health Care Costs in Retirement

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (1430+ words) March 26, 2026, 8: 00 PM Once you hit retirement, you may stop working, but that doesn't mean you stop needing health care. In fact, for many older adults, health care costs climb significantly in retirement. Here, we'll walk through the reasons for these…...

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wtop. com > news > 2026 > 03 > medicare-coverage-can-you-opt-out-if-youre-still-employed

Medicare Coverage: Can You Opt Out if You're Still Employed?

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (1326+ words) March 1, 2026, 7: 00 PM As the workforce evolves, an increasing number of Americans are choosing to remain employed beyond traditional retirement ages. Currently, as of 2023, the most recent numbers show that nearly 20% of adults ages 65 and older are still working, a 2% jump…...