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RFK Jr. considering ‘framework’ for Medicaid, Medicare coverage of GLP-1s
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he is considering a “regulatory framework” for Medicare and Medicaid to cover GLP-1 ...
Mehmet Oz Confirmed as Head of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
TUESDAY, April 8, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Senate has confirmed the appointment of Mehmet Oz, M.D., to head the ...
Dr. Oz’s impact on Medicare and Medicaid: Key insights for retirees
So far, Oz has been tight-lipped on what he thinks about potential cuts to Medicaid, dodging questions during his hearings ...
Medicare and Medicaid will not cover weight loss drugs, Trump administration decides
The Trump administration has decided against implementing a proposal for Medicare and Medicaid to cover weight loss drugs, ...
Dr. Oz confirmed to head agency that oversees Medicare and Medicaid
The Senate confirmed Dr. Mehmet Oz is a party line 53-45 vote to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Mehmet Oz wins Senate confirmation to lead Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
The daytime television host and surgeon will lead the agency that oversees health coverage for millions of Americans.
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Dr. Oz Officially Confirmed as Head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Here's What Retirees Need to Know So Far.
Oz was a heart surgeon and medical school professor for years. He achieved fame thanks to frequent appearances on The Oprah ...
Senate confirms Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead Medicare and Medicaid
The U.S. Senate confirmed television star Dr. Mehmet Oz as administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services on ...
Dr. Oz becomes next head of Medicare and Medicaid Services following approval from full Senate
Dr. Mehmet Oz was confirmed by the full Senate Thursday afternoon to be the next head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services following a lengthy nomination process.
Senate confirms Mehmet Oz to take lead of Medicare and Medicaid agency
Former heart surgeon and TV pitchman Dr. Mehmet Oz was confirmed Thursday to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid ...
Senate Confirms Dr. Oz to Oversee Medicare and Medicaid
The TV celebrity doctor, a cardiothoracic surgeon, will take the reins at a time when the agency is facing cutbacks, ...
Dr. Oz Is Confirmed to Lead Medicare and Medicaid. Here's What He's Said About the Programs So Far.
Oz previously served as the vice chair and professor of surgery at Columbia University, and also directed the Cardiovascular Institute and Complementary Medicine Program at the NewYork-Presbyterian ...