Medicare Removes Stanislaus County Hospital Over Health and Safety Concerns

Modesto, California – A hospital in Stanislaus County has been removed from the Medicare program due to a series of health and safety issues. The hospital, which has not been named, failed to comply with the regulations set by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), leading to its exclusion from the federal program. This decision has raised concerns about the quality of care provided at the hospital and its impact on the community. …

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SSI Rule Change Removes Food Relief from Income Calculations, Boosts Financial Support for Millions

Chicago, Illinois – The Social Security Administration (SSA) has recently announced new regulations for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) that will impact millions of beneficiaries across the country. This significant change aims to improve the financial support for individuals receiving SSI benefits. Under the new regulations, relief in the form of food, categorized as support and maintenance in kind (ISM), will no longer be considered in the eligibility calculations for beneficiaries. Currently, relief for food and …

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Social Security Administration Removes Food from Supplemental Security Income Calculations, Simplifying Eligibility Process

Washington D.C., U.S. – The Social Security Administration recently announced a significant change in the calculations used to determine eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments. As of September 30, food will no longer be included in these calculations, marking a shift in policy aimed at easing access to benefits for older adults and disabled individuals. Under the previous rule, in-kind support and maintenance items, such as informal food assistance from friends, family, and community …

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