AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMedicare AI Backlash: New federal records say an AI prior-authorization pilot is causing “lengthy treatment delays,” raising alarms about how fast and how well the system works. Cancer Screening Coverage: Guardant’s Shield blood test for colorectal cancer screening is set to be covered by EviCore by Evernorth starting Jan. 1, 2027, expanding access for average-risk adults. Oklahoma Health Policy & Access: Oklahoma’s teen birth rate dropped nearly in half since 2014, moving the state out of the top five, with advocates pointing to education and clinic services. Mental Health Focus: Oklahoma marks Suicide Prevention Month with local resources and reminders to talk directly when warning signs show up. Local Care & Safety: OU students sue over a dorm bedbug infestation, alleging delayed and uneven responses. Community Health in Action: Midwest City volunteers built 50 beds for kids through Sleep in Heavenly Peace, supported by a city grant. First Responder Wellness: Oklahoma launched a campaign aimed at preventing first responder suicides.
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