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Texas’ Gold Card Experiment Stalls: Why Few Providers Win Exemption from Prior Authorizations

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Austin, Texas — To streamline the medical preauthorization process for physicians, several states, including Texas, have introduced “gold card” laws aimed at exempting commonly approved procedures or prescriptions from repetitive checks. However, the anticipated simplification has not unfolded as expected, and the laws often fall short of their promise. Under the 2021 Texas gold card law, a health insurer or health maintenance organization (HMO) is required to waive preauthorization if a provider has had a 90% or higher approval rate during a six-month evaluation. This exemption, designed to be automatic, should relieve some of the … Read more

Parents Win $310 Million in Landmark Case After Teen’s Tragic Amusement Park Accident in Orlando

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Orlando, Fla. – In a recent verdict that has captured nationwide attention, a Florida jury awarded $310 million to the family of a teenager who tragically died after falling from an amusement park ride in Orlando. The substantial sum underscores the gravity of the incident and the considerable impact it has had on the victim’s family. The lawsuit stemmed from a heart-wrenching event at ICON Park, where 14-year-old Tyre Sampson lost his life. Sampson, who was visiting from Missouri, died in March 2021 after falling from the “Free Fall” ride, which was touted as one … Read more

Parents Win $310 Million in Landmark Case After Teen’s Tragic Amusement Park Accident

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Orlando, FL — In a notable legal decision, a jury has awarded $310 million to the parents of a teenager who tragically lost his life after falling from an amusement park ride in Orlando. This ruling comes after a harrowing incident at the park, which has since prompted widespread discussions on safety protocols and regulations in amusement parks. The case centered around the untimely death of 14-year-old Tyre Sampson, who fell from the FreeFall ride operated by Orlando Eagle Drop Slingshot. Sampson, who was visiting from Missouri, sustained fatal injuries from the fall. The ride, … Read more

Shohei Ohtani Poised for Historic MVP Win Across Both Leagues, Aaron Judge Eyes Second AL Title

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NEW YORK — As the baseball community anticipates the announcement of this year’s Most Valuable Player Awards, all eyes are on Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, who are poised to receive top honors in their respective leagues. The awards, set to be unveiled on Thursday, could mark significant achievements in both players’ careers. Shohei Ohtani, who switched from the Los Angeles Angels to the Dodgers following a precedent-setting contract, is expected to clinch his first National League MVP Award. This follows his historic wins as the American League MVP in 2021 and 2023. Despite being … Read more