Becker's Healthcare December 15, 2023
Patsy Newitt

A growing number of hospitals, health systems and ASCs are dropping Medicare Advantage contracts for prior authorization denials and slow payments, among other reasons.

Patrick McEneaney, DPM, owner and CEO of Crystal Lake-based Northern Illinois Foot & Ankle Specialists, joined Becker’s to discuss why he is worried about Medicare Advantage in 2024.

Editor’s note: This response was edited lightly for clarity and length.

Dr. Patrick McEneaney: The healthcare trend that I’m most worried about in 2024 is the increasing number of patients who are signing up for Medicare Advantage Plans. I have found that my most vulnerable patients are picking up these plans. These are patients who have multiple comorbidities, are at high risk...

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