Historical Events tagged with "medicare"
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Adventist Health System Settles Fraud Allegations
Adventist Health System agreed to pay $118.7 million to resolve allegations of fraudulent billing practices. This settlement underscores the scrutiny healthcare organizations face regarding compliance and ethics in their billing systems. The payment, the largest by a hospital network to settle such charges, came as part of an investigation by federal authorities, aiming to enhance accountability in the healthcare industry.
Continue ReadingLyndon B. Johnson Establishes Medicare and Medicaid
Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Social Security Act of 1965 into law, which created Medicare and Medicaid. This landmark legislation aimed to provide health care to the elderly and the poor. The signing ceremony took place at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library in Independence, Missouri, and involved significant political figures. Johnson's initiative was part of his Great Society efforts to expand social welfare programs, addressing urgent health care needs in the nation.
Continue ReadingLyndon B. Johnson Announces Great Society Program
In 1964, U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson formally unveiled his Great Society program during a speech before Congress. This ambitious initiative aimed to eliminate poverty and racial injustice while promoting education and public health. Notable legislation like Medicare and the Voting Rights Act emerged from this program. The event represented a significant expansion of government responsibility in American life, reflecting Johnson's commitment to progressive reforms and equality.
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