AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMedicare & Prior Authorization: A new Medicare AI-driven preapproval program is adding extra steps for patients and doctors, with one Oklahoma patient reporting repeated approval requests for an epidural before skipping a third visit. Kansas Health Policy: Kansas rural hospitals are set to get enhanced Medicaid payments after CMS approval, and Kansas PERB ordered a recount in the KU Health System pharmacy technician union election. Behavioral Health Planning: Region 12 opened an extra public comment window on draft behavioral health priorities, with submissions due July 6. Weight-Loss Drug Safety: Investigators say unapproved retatrutide is being sold online and prescribed by some clinicians, raising concerns about access before FDA approval. Kansas Public Safety: A Chase County crash sent a semi driver to Wesley Medical Center with suspected serious injuries; in McPherson County, a driver died after a crash into a tree. World Cup in Kansas City: Netherlands topped Group F with a 3-1 win over Tunisia and will face Morocco in the Round of 32; Japan and Sweden also advanced after a 1-1 draw.
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