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« on: November 22, 2009, 08:24:34 AM »

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WASHINGTON – Seniors in Medicare Advantage spent fewer days in a hospital and had fewer hospital re-admissions...

The AHIP study also indicates seniors were also less likely to have "potentially avoidable" admissions for common conditions ranging from uncontrolled diabetes to dehydration.

"Medicare Advantage plans coordinate care, help seniors manage chronic conditions and focus on prevention to help seniors stay healthy in the first place," said Karen Ignagni, president and CEO of AHIP.

The Obama administration seems to think that little extra that Medicare pays to Medicare Advantage organizations is excess profits to insurance companies.

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"The entire Medicare program, including Medicare Advantage, should be carefully evaluated as part of comprehensive healthcare reform," said Ignagni. "However, seniors in Medicare Advantage should not be forced to fund a disproportionate share of the costs to reform the healthcare system."

For some reason, MA is often perceived to be a better value to seniors, is more affordable for seniors, and does a better jobs of managing health than traditional Medicare.

http://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/ahip-seniors-medicare-advantage-receive-higher-quality-care

Obama administration doesn't seem to to appreciate good value.

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