People 65 years and older and those with weakened immunity are eligible for additional COVID-19 boosters; some health insurers are beginning to cover telehealth abortion; apps are enticing nurses to take gig work beyond employees.
Congress approved a omnibus legislative package, Consolidated Appropriations Act. The healthcare provisions in this omnibus package extend key Medicare telehealth flexibilities and the temporary telehealth safe harbor for High Deductible Health Plans first dollar coverage.