Report: GOP signals Medicare concession
WASHINGTON, May 4 (UPI) -- Top Republicans in Washington suggested Wednesday they may drop demands for Medicare reform as part of a plan to reduce the federal debt and budget deficit.

WellCare 1Q earnings soar on Medicaid Part D gains
WellCare Health Plans Inc. said Friday its first-quarter earnings more than tripled as the government health insurance provider saw a big membership gain in Medicare prescription drug plans compared to last year, when enrollment fell mainly due to marketing sanctions from the federal government.

Edward Lotterman: The case for repealing Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage
Economics columnist Edward Lotterman presents the case for repealing Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage