Media Bias: CNN and the 2000 Presidential Race
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An 8 page contention that CNN coverage during the 2000 Presidential Race was biased. Compares the amount and quality of coverage given George W. Bush verses Al Gore in both ad and report format. Contrasts such aspects as presentation of issues, photographic, lighting, and auditory accompaniment. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPbushW.wps

Media Coverage of Presidential Elections, Debates and Campaigns throughout the Last Century Including Discussion on Bias and Influence
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This is a 12 page paper discussing media coverage of presidential elections, campaigns and debates. Throughout the last century media coverage of the Presidential elections, campaigns, issues and debates has grown from print media including newspapers and magazines to include radio, newsreels, television and internet coverage. Newspaper and radio coverage are still considered vital in reaching millions of American but despite its slow start, television coverage has become a major influence regarding public opinion. In most cases, the public are skeptical about the bias which may or may not occur from journalists but they accept this bias because they rely upon the media for their information about the candidates. In addition, television journalists argue that it is their position to provide professional commentary to try and overcome the political “spin” placed on many of the issues by candidates. Election and debate coverage as well have come under controversy as many believe the quick processing of election results provided by the media may influence voter turnout and bias in different parts of the country and media coverage of debates has been shown to change peoples’ minds about the initial impression given by the candidates during the debates. Regardless of the controversy which surrounds media coverage, most critics agree that the extensive options available to the public in regards to coverage of presidential events should allow the population to make the best democratic decisions. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TJmedpr1.rtf

Media in Political Campaigns
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This 8 page paper reviews five journal articles related to media and political campaigns. Some articles relate to the 2000 presidential campaign. The concept of utilizing media in political campaigns is discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA206pol.rtf

Medicare / Medicaid Fraud
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A 10 page paper outlining Medicare and Medicaid fraud and the steps that are being taken to combat it. Bibliography lists twelve sources.
Filename: Medicair.wps

Medicare / Republicans vs. Democrats
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A 5 page paper on the ongoing debate between Republicans and Democrats over Medicare. Several health care plans and initiatives are mentioned. Report is useful mostly as a study in politics-- many of the events discussed are from 1995-96. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Medicare.wps

Medicare Managed Care: History and Implications
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A 5 page paper discussing the history of Medicare managed care, economic implications and outlook for the future. The paper focuses on the history of the Medicare managed care, which saw its greatest growth throughout the decade of the 1990s. Medicare managed care has as much difficulty as other types of HMOs, however, and many are ceasing operations. This leaves seniors in a pool of uncertainty as increasing numbers of physicians turn away Medicare patients. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSmediHist.rtf

Medicare Policy Change Proposal Memorandum
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A 2 page memo to Thomas Scully, Administrator, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services proposing a 6 – 9 month moratorium on health care provider reporting compliance. The purpose of this waiver will be to allow providers to design and implement operational changes designed to streamline their communications with CMS while enabling them to adopt the TQM (total quality management) principle of continuous improvement. The ultimate result is intended to be a more effective reporting and accountability system that the private sector – rather than taxpayer dollars – designs for CMS and for all of health care providers associated with Medicare. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSmediPolChgMemo.rtf

Medicare PPS And The Balanced Budget Act Of 1997
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This 45 page paper explores the Balanced Budget Act of 1997, the prospective payment system instituted, and the effect on Medicare beneficiaries. Specifically, the writer offers a proposal for a study focusing on the increased costs for seniors as a result of the BBA and the PPS. An extensive literature review explains the changes in Medicare benefits as a result of the BBA, including the Medicare+Choice option now given to seniors. The PPS has had a dramatic impact on nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities. The caps placed on rehab services and the changes in federal Medicaid benefits have all combined to result in a greater proportion of out-of-pocket expenses for the Medicare beneficiary. Bibliography lists 22 sources.
Filename: PGmedcar.rtf

Medicare PPS Legislative Environment
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A 5 page paper discussing some of the legislative issues regarding the prospective payment system (PPS) Medicare reform system. Few legislators disagree that "something" must be done with Medicare. One attempt at reform has been implementation of PPS designed to replace the fee-for-service approach to payment under Medicare coverage. PPS addresses cost containment, though it is lacking in prescription assistance. It also raises questions regarding patients' rights to continued coverage. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KSmedicarePPS.rtf

Medicare PPS Regulations and Regulatory Agencies
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A 5 page paper discussing Medicare’s attempts to find and halt abuses. The regulatory environment is such that many facilities employ workers for the sole purpose of reporting and filing claims, decreasing the facility’s ability to operate efficiently. The Health and Human Services Department instituted Operation Restore Trust in 1995, and the program has evolved into one that saves far more than it costs. Care providers can benefit from increased regulation and accountability in that they are forced to adopt sound business practices. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSmediRegulat.rtf

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