Investigative journalists are on the case, uncovering the transparency (or lack thereof) in the distribution of $50 billion in settlement funds from opioid manufacturers. Just like detectives following a money trail, these journalists are tracking where the cash is being allocated and how it’s being spent. They’re shining a light on which organizations or initiatives are benefitting from this sizable sum. It’s almost like mapping out a treasure hunt! With their journalistic prowess, they might uncover patterns or discrepancies in the way the funds are dispersed. This could lead to important conclusions about who is being prioritized or neglected in the process. Additionally, they are shedding light on the sometimes-confusing world of telehealth visits and associated fees. By examining facility fees for telehealth visits, journalists are helping patients better understand any potential financial blindsides they might encounter. It’s all about ensuring transparency and accountability. To dive deeper into their findings and get all the details, you can explore the underlying research!
KFF Health News senior correspondent Aneri Pattani discussed the transparency — or lack thereof — and distribution of $50 billion in settlement funds from opioid manufacturers on WNHN’s “Attitude With Arnie Arnesen” on April 11.
Click here to hear Pattani on “Attitude With Arnie Arnesen”
Read Pattani’s “$50 Billion in Opioid Settlement Cash Is on the Way. We’re Tracking How It’s Spent.“
KFF Health News senior correspondent Samantha Young discussed California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s attempt to sever ties with Walgreens on KQED’s “KQED Newscast” on April 10.
Click here to hear Young on “KQED Newscast”
Read Young’s “Gov. Newsom Wanted California to Cut Ties With Walgreens. Then Federal Law Got in the Way.“
KFF Health News contributor Don Thompson discussed California’s high rate of prison suicides on KCRW’s “Press Play” on April 10.
Click here to hear Thompson on “Press Play With Madeleine Brand“
Read Thompson’s “Judge to Fine California Each Day It Fails to Complete Prisoner Suicide Prevention Measures“
KFF Health News senior Colorado correspondent Markian Hawryluk discussed facility fees for telehealth visits on NPR’s “Weekend Edition” on April 8.
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Read Hawryluk’s “States Step In as Telehealth and Clinic Patients Get Blindsided by Hospital Fees“
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