Medicaid payments in Clarks Summit linked to Procedures / Professional Services saw a 270.1% surge in 2024, signaling major shifts in utilization and reimbursement dynamics.
COVID-19 services made up less than 0.1% of overall Medicaid claims in Dickson City in 2024, with at least $1,390 attributed to virus-linked HCPCS codes.
Dr. Linda Thomas-Hemak has been named to a federal healthcare advisory committee after being selected from over 400 applicants. U.S Representative Rob Bresnahan praised her appointment as significant for Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Representative Rob Bresnahan advocated for mandatory use of ADS-B In technology during consideration of new aviation safety legislation following last year’s deadly air collision involving American Airlines Flight 5342. Family members supported his efforts at a recent House committee meeting.
U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan delivered pizza to TSA agents working without pay amid an ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown that began in February. Bresnahan called on Congress to restore funding so workers can receive their salaries again.
U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan voted for new legislation aimed at stopping benefit fraud among undocumented individuals exploiting federal aid programs. The bill passed with bipartisan support seeks stricter enforcement against those convicted of defrauding safety net services.
U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan welcomed FEMA’s decision to reinstate its disaster mitigation grant program after months of advocacy. The move comes as Northeastern Pennsylvania continues recovering from repeated flooding events while key federal agencies remain shut down.
U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan voted for Dalilah’s Law in committee on Mar. 18 to strengthen regulations around commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs). The bill seeks stricter verification processes for CDL holders regarding immigration status and language proficiency.
U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan is urging federal officials to release nearly $600 million in outstanding FEMA reimbursements owed to Pennsylvania hospitals from COVID-19 response costs. Several lawmakers joined him in sending a letter highlighting ongoing financial challenges faced by healthcare providers.
U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan has opened submissions for the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for high school students in Pennsylvania’s Eighth District. The winning artwork will be displayed at the U.S. Capitol and recognized at a national ceremony.