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Key Senate panel sets brisk pace for health system reform package

Lawmakers at a Finance Committee roundtable zeroed in on the quality improvements and cost savings demonstrated by a Pennsylvania health system.

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NIH policy loosening stem cell research restrictions disappoints both sides in debate

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While doctors seek higher pay, two unlikely partner organizations seek a Medicaid expansion to cover more people.

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Medicare DME bidding program set to relaunch in 2010

The White House gives the green light to competitive bidding over vigorous objections from equipment suppliers and some lawmakers.