Dozen People Charged In $100M Health Care Scheme In Texas
Federal prosecutors in Texas say a dozen people have been charged in a $100 million health care scheme targeting military veterans and their families.
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Federal prosecutors in Texas say a dozen people have been charged in a $100 million health care scheme targeting military veterans and their families.
Aflac discovered that 48% of employees would rather walk across burning hot coals, or talk to an ex, than pick out a health care plan
Progress in reducing the number of people without health insurance in the U.S. appears to be losing momentum.
A government report says the cost of expanding Medicaid to millions more low-income people is increasing faster than expected. That's raising questions about a vital part of President Barack Obama's health care law.
The panel says the VA needs to improve its service to veterans, adding that the VA's health care operations "require urgent reform. America's veterans deserve a better organized, high-performing health care system."
Apple is edging its way a little further into health care with the release of new iPhone apps that patients can use to manage their own medical conditions — from diabetes to pregnancy and even depression.
They work for the government and even their closest relatives have no idea what they do. It's not because they're spies or nuclear scientists, but because their jobs are so arcane: trying to reinvent Medicare to improve it, and maybe save taxpayers money.
The Supreme Court is taking up a challenge from faith-based groups that object to an Obama administration effort to ensure their employees and students can get cost-free birth control.
They're house calls without the house. North Texas healthcare workers are among those practicing "street medicine," a tiny health care niche that advocates predict will become more mainstream as hospitals and health care systems seek to cut costs.
A one-day, free health clinic will be held Saturday, April 9, in Dallas to provide much-needed care to people with limited or no access to health care.
President Barack Obama has vetoed legislation to repeal his signature health care law.
The House is poised to open its legislative year by sending a bill to President Barack Obama's desk repealing his signature health care law.
Very old age is no longer an automatic barrier for aggressive therapies, from cancer care like the former President Jimmy Carter has received, to major heart procedures, joint replacements and even some organ transplants.
Intensifying their rivalry, Hillary Rodham Clinton accused Bernie Sanders of charting a tax increase on middle class families and undercutting President Barack Obama's signature health care law. Sanders' campaign shot back Tuesday that her approach to health care was all about her financial donors.
The federal penalty for having no health insurance is set to jump to $695 for next year, and supporters of President Barack Obama's overhaul are urging the administration to highlight that increase as a marketing strategy.
Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush is proposing to repeal and replace President Barack Obama's health care law with one that would increase tax credits for individuals, allowing them to buy coverage protection against "high-cost medical events."
Because of the high concentration of Veterans in the region, Abbott told South Texas Veterans that State and Federal parties need to work together to get a VA Hospital Built.
Learn how the Affordable Healthcare Act, and whether or not you have insurance, will impact the way you do taxes this year.
The share of Americans without health insurance dropped to its lowest level in seven years in 2014 as President Barack Obama's overhaul took full effect, according to an extensive survey released Tuesday.
According to the latest figures, released Jan. 2015, from Bureau of Labor Statistics, the nation ended the year with 252,000 jobs added in December 2014; this is the best growth since 1999.
The White House's signature health care law is loathed by Texas' political leadership, and the idea of expanding Medicaid likely remains a non-starter when the Legislature reconvenes this month.
From grocery stores to music radio stations, there are some atypical approaches to selling health insurance policies playing out across the country since the second round of enrollment under the Affordable Care Act opened.
A government document provided to The Associated Press says more than 2 million people who got health insurance under President Barack Obama's law have data discrepancies that could jeopardize coverage for some.
President Barack Obama declared Wednesday that allegations of misconduct at VA hospitals are "dishonorable" and will be not be tolerated by his administration.
More than 733,000 Texans have registered for health insurance through the federal marketplace, far exceeding earlier projections for the state.
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
Police said the woman and child are safe.
The recall affects certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles.
We won't see much of a change in our weather pattern throughout the workweek and into the weekend as the triple-digit heat sticks around.
New York rallied from a 12‑point third‑quarter deficit, survived a late Dallas push, and capitalized on Ionescu's perfect overtime shooting to edge the Wings 99-98.
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
Police said the woman and child are safe.
The recall affects certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles.
We won't see much of a change in our weather pattern throughout the workweek and into the weekend as the triple-digit heat sticks around.
New York rallied from a 12‑point third‑quarter deficit, survived a late Dallas push, and capitalized on Ionescu's perfect overtime shooting to edge the Wings 99-98.
Ashley Keith sat down with CBS News Texas for an exclusive interview, her first ever about her 1991 kidnapping.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Prosper police detectives say they were punished after reporting an alleged affair between a sergeant and a detective, prompting accusations that the department retaliated against whistleblowers.
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
Payments for country club dues, luxury jet services, and even a reality show competition are not how you'd expect a community non-profit to use its donations.
Almost 100 American service members have been injured in strikes on bases in the Middle East this month, U.S. officials said.
Sen. Darline Graham, who is serving out the remainder of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's term in the Senate, said she will seek a full term for the South Carolina seat her brother held for more than two decades.
The senators pushed ICE for details on how new agents are vetted and demanded body cameras be rolled out.
The new Air Force One "has a lot of capability, but as I understand it, in about a month or so, they're going to send it to have it be maxed out," President Trump said Sunday.
Homeland Security Investigations is an arm of ICE, meaning the immigration enforcement agency would effectively be investigating incidents involving its own agents.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Texas health officials are urging families to safely wash, handle and cook produce as Cyclospora cases rise.
Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about this pest and how to keep your pets safe and healthy.
Health officials are warning Texans about a seasonal rise in the intestinal parasite cyclosporiasis, with cases reported across the state.
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
Cuban alleges Patrick Dumont has engaged in "adversarial business practices."
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
As Spain's World Cup champs took to the stage with their trophy, President Trump joined them in their moment of glory.
Bueckers hit a 3-pointer that capped a 14-5 spurt and gave the Wings an eight-point lead with 9:12 left in the game.
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation — finally scoring in the second period of extra time.
It was the highest-scoring World Cup game since Hungary beat El Salvador 10-1 in 1982.
British runner Josh Kerr ran the mile in 3 minutes, 42.66 seconds on Saturday, breaking a record that has stood since 1999.
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
Throughout family hardships, divorce, and losing her voice to Lyme disease, Shania Twain became the top-selling female country artist of all time. She talks about her biographical new album, "Little Miss Twain," in which she reflects on her life with a smile.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
