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Stephen Waxman: Easing the Horrors of Chronic Pain
Howie and Harlan are joined by Stephen Waxman, a leading neurology researcher, to discuss the promise of new methods developed by his lab to treat the ravages of pain. Harlan talks about the importance of ratings for Medicare Advantage plans; Howie assesses two sobering new reports on the solvency of Medicare.
Links:
Harlan's Section
Slides from Humana's Investor Day
"Humana's cautious defense of Medicare Advantage"
"What Are the Medicare Star Ratings?"
"Early analysis: How health plans fared in the 2025 Medicare Advantage star ratings"
Interview with Dr. Waxman
"F.D.A. Approves Drug to Treat…
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