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Medical Price Roulette
Women shocked by "hidden" cost of mammograms
Health insurance covers mammograms every one to two years, but many women often need secondary tests that aren't covered
Man drives five hours for surgery insurance won't cover
Around the country, middle-class Americans with high-deductible insurance plans are heading to dozens of cash-based surgery centers
Even with insurance, woman hit with $40,000 in medical bills
When Molly McKenna went to a clinic in agonizing pain, doctors told her it was an emergency. Only later did she learn much of her treatment was out-of-network
Man hit with $650,000 in medical bills finally gets relief
Frank Esposito was hit with $650,000 in medical bills after his insurance company said his surgery didn't qualify as an emergency
Medical bills jump from $220 to $4,000 a month – for treatment her life depends on
"I was like, how is this even possible?" one patient said of the unpredictable charges
After her miscarriage, she needed two rounds of ultrasounds. Why did one cost 10 times more?
Medical prices vary greatly, even within the same city. "It's either unethical or dishonest," said one patient hit with a surprise bill
Back surgery saved him from paralysis. Then the bills arrived: over $650,000
Frank Esposito, a tool and die maker from Long Island, New York, drained $49,000 from his retirement account and still owes over $220,000
Regulators want to change law after CBS News report
"After hearing about — and resolving — a recent issue, we know that if it could happen to one consumer, it could happen to others"
How to find out health care costs in advance
How much will that cost? Why did that cost so much? Always ask. Take notes, take names, take numbers
Ways to save on health care costs
ClearHealthCosts offers some practical tips to help you beat back your health care costs
What to do if you have concerns about health care pricing
CBS News correspondent Anna Werner and ClearHealthCosts CEO Jeanne Pinder share some advice in the Toyota Green Room
How to read a medical bill or explanation of benefits
An insurance company's "explanation of benefits" often confuses matters more
10 steps for appealing a claim or bill
So you got a huge bill, and you're sure there's been a mistake. Here's a step-by-step course of action
Appealing a claim denial, or how to turn "no" into "yes"
If your insurance company denied a treatment or a medication in advance, and you want help, here's where to start
Health
Health
USC warns about drug use after students die
Nine students have died this semester at the University of Southern California. Authorities suspect drugs are to blame for several of the deaths. Los Angeles Times Reporter Colleen Shalby joined CBSN to explain what campus officials are doing to prevent more overdoses.
Former President Jimmy Carter hospitalized
Former President Jimmy Carter was hospitalized in Atlanta late Monday for a surgical procedure to relieve pressure on his brain. This comes after the 95-year-old suffered several falls that triggered swelling in his brain. Dr. Janette Nesheiwat joined CBSN to discuss the risks of the procedure.
State elections could impact abortion rights
Democrats have claimed victory in key races in Virginia and Kentucky after Tuesday's elections. It may also be a win for abortion rights activists. CBS News reporter Kate Smith joins CBSN to discuss the impact on that issue.
Girls soccer concussions rival football
A new study found that female soccer players have the second highest concussion rate out of all high school sports, following football. Dr. Jonathan LaPook joins CBSN to discuss the new findings.
Trump admin. plans to ban vape flavors
The Trump administation is developing plans to ban flavored vaping products with the exception of menthol and tobacco flavors. Axios health care editor Sam Baker joins CBSN to discuss the potential ban, what it means for consumers, and how vaping policies could shape the 2020 election.
Trump's 2020 health care strategy
Open enrollment season under the nation's current health care law is underway. Selena Simmons-Duffin, health policy reporter for NPR, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the Trump administration's efforts to dismantle the Affordable Care Act.
World
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Prince Andrew denies claims of Epstein accuser in rare interview
Prince Andrew disputed the authenticity of a photo showing him and the accuser
Prince Andrew says he has "no recollection" of meeting accuser
Virginia Roberts Giuffre says she had sex with the royal three times at Jeffrey Epstein's properties
Pope compares anti-gay politicians to Hitler
He denounced a resurgence of homophobia on Friday by comparing the rhetoric of anti-gay politicians to that of Hitler
World's "fastest accelerating car" on sale for $3.2 million
The Aspark Owl can reach 60 miles per hour in 1.69 seconds.
Farm Belt trade casualties Deere and Caterpillar cut jobs
Two of the nation's biggest farm equipment manufacturers blame trade fight for slowdowns in their sales
U.S.
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Murder victim's friends say PA woman made good on her vow to kill
Maria Spencer repeatedly threatened to kill her ex-husband and enlisted her father to help make good on her promise — why couldn't anyone stop her?
John Bel Edwards wins Louisiana governor's election
The race was closely watched by political observers, as it could be a bellwether for President Trump's electoral chances in 2020
Accident or murder? Investigating the death of Leslie Neulander
Can a daughter's frantic 911 call convict or free her father from charges that he killed his wife?
California high school shooter dies of injuries
The shooter killed two of his classmates Thursday in Santa Clarita, California.
6 charged in football game shooting described as "petty vengeance"
A 10-year-old remains in critical condition
Politics
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John Bel Edwards wins Louisiana governor's election
The race was closely watched by political observers, as it could be a bellwether for President Trump's electoral chances in 2020
Trump has "every opportunity to present his case," Pelosi says
Pelosi told CBS News that "what the president did was so much worse than even what Richard Nixon did"
Read transcript of closed hearing with White House official
Morrison said did not think "anything illegal was discussed" during the call with Trump and the Ukrainian president
Trump undergoes part of his physical months early
The president made an unannounced stop at Walter Reed Army Hospital to have portions of his physical done before his 2020 schedule fills up
Read transcript of hearing with Pence adviser
Williams is testifying in an open hearing before the House Intelligence Committee on Tuesday
Entertainment
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Colin Kaepernick abruptly changes NFL workout location
Kaepernick's team cited a lack of transparency from the NFL as the reason for the last-minute switch
Kanye West performs for hundreds of inmates at Houston prisons
The rapper-turned-gospel singer performed his new album during two surprise concerts for prison inmates Friday
How "Sesame Street" has educated children for 50 years
"The 'Sesame' magic is they take difficult topics and put them through the lens of a child, so that it's very easy to understand"
Julie Andrews says therapy helped her sort out her "demons"
The British icon reflects on her career, meeting her late husband and going to therapy
Football insiders question why Kaepernick workout is happening now
It's an unusual move for the league to host something like this for a single player, especially one as controversial as Kaepernick
Technology
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Salvation Army debuts cashless "Kettle Pay" option
Shoppers with phone payment apps can "bump" those signature red kettles to make cashless contributions
Twitter backtracks on banning political and other issue ads
Ads on issues like climate change, abortion and gun control will be permitted after restrictions sparked backlash
Tourist dies while taking selfie near Thai waterfall
A Spanish tourist died at the same spot last summer
Disparity in home lending costs minorities millions
Researchers found that blacks and Latinos face higher mortgage costs — and tech is no panacea
Apple removes all vaping and e-cigs apps, citing health risks
Tech giant alludes to rash of deaths and lung injuries in moving to delete nearly 200 apps from its online store
Science
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How to watch the Leonids meteor shower
Colorful shooting stars will streak across the night sky during one of the most famous annual meteor displays
NASA watchdog warns of possible delays in launching new U.S. spacecraft
NASA argues concerns raised in new inspector general's report are "worst-case" and ignore mitigation efforts
Spacewalkers do "open heart surgery" to repair cosmic ray detector
Four spacewalks will be needed to repair the $2 billion Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer
Supermassive black hole ejects star from Milky Way Galaxy
Astronomers spotted the star just 29,000 light-years away from Earth — "practically next door by astronomical standards"
Venice council floods after officials reject climate change measures
The regional council chambers, located in the Ferro Fini Palace, started to take on water Tuesday night as members were discussing climate change funding
Health
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Trump undergoes part of his physical months early
The president made an unannounced stop at Walter Reed Army Hospital to have portions of his physical done before his 2020 schedule fills up
FDA: Dollar Tree sells "potentially unsafe drugs"
Regulator found "rodent feces" throughout one manufacturing facility that supplies cosmetics to discount retailer
Apple removes all vaping and e-cigs apps, citing health risks
Tech giant alludes to rash of deaths and lung injuries in moving to delete nearly 200 apps from its online store
For nurses, an epidemic of workplace violence
"I got punched in the face," said one emergency room nurse, while others worry for their safety
Cigarette smoking among adults hits all-time low in U.S.
But 34.2 million adults still smoke and use other tobacco products
MoneyWatch
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Student debt weighs heavier on black borrowers, Fed says
African-American borrowers are particularly at risk as student debt around the U.S. continues to soar
Hulu hikes prices up to 22% to $55 per month
The price increase comes just after its owner, Disney, debuted its own new streaming platform
Salvation Army debuts cashless "Kettle Pay" option
Shoppers with phone payment apps can "bump" those signature red kettles to make cashless contributions
Farm Belt trade casualties Deere and Caterpillar cut jobs
Two of the nation's biggest farm equipment manufacturers blame trade fight for slowdowns in their sales
Twitter backtracks on banning political and other issue ads
Ads on issues like climate change, abortion and gun control will be permitted after restrictions sparked backlash
Crime
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Murder victim's friends say PA woman made good on her vow to kill
Maria Spencer repeatedly threatened to kill her ex-husband and enlisted her father to help make good on her promise — why couldn't anyone stop her?
Accident or murder? Investigating the death of Leslie Neulander
Can a daughter's frantic 911 call convict or free her father from charges that he killed his wife?
Interview excerpts: Dr. Robert Neulander questioned
Dr. Robert Neulander voluntarily agreed to an interview with Onondaga County, N.Y., District Attorney Bill Fitzpatrick on Dec. 18, 2013, 15 months after the death of his wife, Leslie. Also present were Neulander's attorneys and two officers from the DeWitt, N.Y. ,Police Department.
Prince Andrew denies claims of Epstein accuser in rare interview
Prince Andrew disputed the authenticity of a photo showing him and the accuser
California high school shooter dies of injuries
The shooter killed two of his classmates Thursday in Santa Clarita, California.
Space
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How to watch the Leonids meteor shower
Colorful shooting stars will streak across the night sky during one of the most famous annual meteor displays
NASA watchdog warns of possible delays in launching new U.S. spacecraft
NASA argues concerns raised in new inspector general's report are "worst-case" and ignore mitigation efforts
Spacewalkers do "open heart surgery" to repair cosmic ray detector
Four spacewalks will be needed to repair the $2 billion Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer
Supermassive black hole ejects star from Milky Way Galaxy
Astronomers spotted the star just 29,000 light-years away from Earth — "practically next door by astronomical standards"
SpaceX test fires crew capsule's abort engines
The test will help clear the way for an in-flight abort test as early as next month
Latest Galleries
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Mary Whyte's portraits of veterans
"We the People" is a collection of watercolor paintings depicting the diversity of U.S. service members from every state of the union
The fall of the Berlin Wall
Looking back at the wall that once divided Germany during the Cold War, and its collapse in November 1989
Photos: California wildfires
Extreme winds fanned the flames as fires threatened large portions of the Golden State
The 50 most popular baby boy names
Noah, Liam, Carter – how many of these popular male baby names do you know?
Why it's tough to be a dinosaur
Cartoonist Hugh Murphy's series of books details the tribulations modern life poses for a Tyrannosaurus Rex with very short arms
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CBSN Originals | Speaking Frankly: Dating apps
Dating apps offer seemingly endless potential matches at your fingertips, turning an intimate experience into something that feels more like a video game. But because users hide behind virtual profiles, it's easy to ghost, harass, and view others as non-human — and now that bots are populating these platforms, some actually are. As the industry continues to grow, some experts question whether dating app companies are really interested in helping people find love, or if they have an incentive to keep people in an endless cycle of searching and matching without any real connection.
Edwards wins re-election in Louisiana governor's race
Democratic Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards secured his re-election on Saturday night. Edwards defeated Republican challenger Eddie Rispone.
Interview excerpts: Dr. Robert Neulander questioned
Dr. Robert Neulander voluntarily agreed to an interview with Onondaga County, N.Y., District Attorney Bill Fitzpatrick on Dec. 18, 2013, 15 months after the death of his wife, Leslie. Also present were Neulander's attorneys and two officers from the DeWitt, N.Y. ,Police Department.
14-year-old sells cupcakes to help others
Michael Platt is just a teen, but he already runs two businesses – and both are dedicated to helping people in need get access to food. He hopes his one-for-one businesses model inspires other kids and lets them know they can do what they love while also helping others.
Suspected gunman in CA school shooting dead
The gunman who killed two classmates at a California high school Thursday has died. 16 year old Nathaniel Berhow shot himself in the head after killing two and wounding three other students. Farrah Fazal reports.
