AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoOutbreak Readiness: Surprise drills in emergency departments and clinics in the U.S. Virgin Islands, New Jersey and New York found uneven adherence to infection-control steps. Facilities screened for symptoms in 93.2% of drills, but asked about avian-flu exposure in just 9.6%, highlighting gaps in early identification and isolation. Medicare Payments: A new bipartisan bill would set Puerto Rico’s Medicare Advantage payment benchmark to match the U.S. Virgin Islands’ formula, aiming to address what lawmakers say is underpayment in Puerto Rico. Student Mental Health: V.I. Education Department workshops running Oct. 13–15 on St. John, St. Thomas and St. Croix are helping parents spot signs of emotional distress and suicide risk and learn how to seek support. Drug Cost Claims: Consumers who bought certain generic medicines from May 2009 through December 2019 may qualify for a share of a $96.5 million multistate settlement; the claim deadline is March 8, 2027.
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