Neel Duggal, MD
@leenback08.bsky.social
Psychiatrist, Researcher, former Medical Journalist (curious about getting back into it)
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In recent years, health insurers ramped up the practice of requiring doctors to get their approval before tests and procedures. On Monday, health leaders announced voluntary reforms from insurers.
RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz say health insurers will cut red tape on 'prior authorizations'
In recent years, health insurers ramped up the practice of requiring doctors to get their approval before tests and procedures. On Monday, health leaders announced voluntary reforms from insurers.
n.pr
June 24, 2025 at 12:52 PM
In recent years, health insurers ramped up the practice of requiring doctors to get their approval before tests and procedures. On Monday, health leaders announced voluntary reforms from insurers.
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Also! While #HitParadePod —The Bridge episodes are only for Slate Plus members, non-Plus listeners can now hear Pt2 of our April episode on Rihanna. How was Rih so prolific from the mid-’00s thru mid-’10s, willing herself into the top 21st century hitmaker & premier trendsetter? Parts 1&2 are here:
Rihanna Was a 21st Century Chart-topper Before (Maybe?) Bowing Out of the Game
The Barbadian singer bombarded the charts in the 2000s and 2010s, recalling the heyday of prolific hit machines like the Supremes.
slate.com
April 26, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Also! While #HitParadePod —The Bridge episodes are only for Slate Plus members, non-Plus listeners can now hear Pt2 of our April episode on Rihanna. How was Rih so prolific from the mid-’00s thru mid-’10s, willing herself into the top 21st century hitmaker & premier trendsetter? Parts 1&2 are here:
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Wisconsin: not for sale
April 2, 2025 at 4:31 AM
Wisconsin: not for sale
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RFK Jr.’s Faulty Advice On Bird Flu
www.factcheck.org/2025/03/rfk-...
#RFKJr #AvianFlu #BirdFlu #factcheck
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#RFKJr #AvianFlu #BirdFlu #factcheck
March 31, 2025 at 7:37 PM
RFK Jr.’s Faulty Advice On Bird Flu
www.factcheck.org/2025/03/rfk-...
#RFKJr #AvianFlu #BirdFlu #factcheck
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#RFKJr #AvianFlu #BirdFlu #factcheck
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Ezra and I wrote for @theguardian.com about why Indivisibles have called for Chuck Schumer to step down as minority leader - and the need for Dems to step up: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
For the sake of US democracy, it’s time for Chuck Schumer to step down | Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin
The problem isn’t just Schumer’s strategy – it’s his perception of reality. He is conducting business as usual while the US burns
www.theguardian.com
March 26, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Ezra and I wrote for @theguardian.com about why Indivisibles have called for Chuck Schumer to step down as minority leader - and the need for Dems to step up: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Elon getting ratioed on his own platform 👌
February 23, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Elon getting ratioed on his own platform 👌
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To save my son's life, I had to go toe to toe with Cigna on an appeal that consumed at least 20hrs/week for 6mos.
That's about how long it takes me to write the 1st draft of a book, or a couple of scholarly journal articles.
I won...but I (& my employer & social science) lost that time forever.
That's about how long it takes me to write the 1st draft of a book, or a couple of scholarly journal articles.
I won...but I (& my employer & social science) lost that time forever.
“Less than 1% of patients appeal [claim denials]. Few people realize how worthwhile those labors can be: Up to three-quarters of claim appeals are granted, studies show.”
Denial mills rely on exhaustion, overwhelming paperwork, & 2nd language difficulties to not get called out.
Denial mills rely on exhaustion, overwhelming paperwork, & 2nd language difficulties to not get called out.
Health Insurers Deny 850 Million Claims a Year. The Few Who Appeal Often Win.
Patients who contest denials face a daunting process, but many are successful. ‘This appeal saved my life.’
www.wsj.com
February 13, 2025 at 10:26 PM
To save my son's life, I had to go toe to toe with Cigna on an appeal that consumed at least 20hrs/week for 6mos.
That's about how long it takes me to write the 1st draft of a book, or a couple of scholarly journal articles.
I won...but I (& my employer & social science) lost that time forever.
That's about how long it takes me to write the 1st draft of a book, or a couple of scholarly journal articles.
I won...but I (& my employer & social science) lost that time forever.
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The pages that are set to be revived include information for patients about HIV testing and HIV prevention medication, guidance on contraceptives and data on adolescent and youth mental health.
Judge orders restoration of federal health websites
The pages that are set to be revived include information for patients about HIV testing and HIV prevention medication, guidance on contraceptives and data on adolescent and youth mental health.
www.npr.org
February 11, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The pages that are set to be revived include information for patients about HIV testing and HIV prevention medication, guidance on contraceptives and data on adolescent and youth mental health.
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Here, we explain the facts behind several more of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s claims during his two Senate hearings as nominee for Health and Human Services secretary. (1/2)
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#RFKJr #HHS #factcheck
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#RFKJr #HHS #factcheck
February 7, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Here, we explain the facts behind several more of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s claims during his two Senate hearings as nominee for Health and Human Services secretary. (1/2)
www.factcheck.org/2025/02/fact...
#RFKJr #HHS #factcheck
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#RFKJr #HHS #factcheck
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The Trump administration is scrubbing the CDC’s website of documents on reproductive rights issues, sexual health, intimate partner violence, and more.
I'm trying to save them.
You can find the deleted docs at cdcguidelines.com - I'll be adding more over the weekend.
I'm trying to save them.
You can find the deleted docs at cdcguidelines.com - I'll be adding more over the weekend.
Download CDC Guidelines Removed By The Trump Admin
The Trump administration is scrubbing the CDC’s website of documents on reproductive rights issues, sexual health, intimate partner violence, and more.
CDCGuidelines.com
February 1, 2025 at 12:58 AM
The Trump administration is scrubbing the CDC’s website of documents on reproductive rights issues, sexual health, intimate partner violence, and more.
I'm trying to save them.
You can find the deleted docs at cdcguidelines.com - I'll be adding more over the weekend.
I'm trying to save them.
You can find the deleted docs at cdcguidelines.com - I'll be adding more over the weekend.
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RFK Jr. Cites Flawed Paper Claiming Link Between Vaccines and Autism in HHS Confirmation Hearing (1/2)
www.factcheck.org/2025/01/rfk-...
#RFKJr #factcheck #HHS
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#RFKJr #factcheck #HHS
January 31, 2025 at 9:34 PM
RFK Jr. Cites Flawed Paper Claiming Link Between Vaccines and Autism in HHS Confirmation Hearing (1/2)
www.factcheck.org/2025/01/rfk-...
#RFKJr #factcheck #HHS
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#RFKJr #factcheck #HHS
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Fact checking RFK Jr.: No, antidepressants are not harder to quit than heroin.
Antidepressants harder to quit than heroin? Fact-checking RFK Jr.
Fact checking RFK Jr.: No, antidepressants are not harder to quit than heroin.
www.npr.org
January 30, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Fact checking RFK Jr.: No, antidepressants are not harder to quit than heroin.
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January 29, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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All in the mind? The surprising truth about brain rot
All in the mind? The surprising truth about brain rot
Is screen use really sapping our ability to focus and lowering our IQs? The scientists who have actually analysed the data give their verdict
Andrew Przybylski, a professor of human behaviour and technology at Oxford University, is a busy man. It’s only…
www.theguardian.com
January 29, 2025 at 5:11 AM
All in the mind? The surprising truth about brain rot
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Updates on Trump's public health choke hold.
1. All federal grants HALTED. (Lawsuits now pending)
2. CDC/WHO stop-work order. Impacts
3. USAID gutted.
4. HIV drugs cut off to poor nations.
5. New NSF grants on hold.
6-7 Some good news at NIH and on data blackout
open.substack.com/pub/insideme...
1. All federal grants HALTED. (Lawsuits now pending)
2. CDC/WHO stop-work order. Impacts
3. USAID gutted.
4. HIV drugs cut off to poor nations.
5. New NSF grants on hold.
6-7 Some good news at NIH and on data blackout
open.substack.com/pub/insideme...
Updates on Trump's public health choke hold. A scorched Earth approach ensues.
Seven major stories we are following, January 28, 2025.
open.substack.com
January 28, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Updates on Trump's public health choke hold.
1. All federal grants HALTED. (Lawsuits now pending)
2. CDC/WHO stop-work order. Impacts
3. USAID gutted.
4. HIV drugs cut off to poor nations.
5. New NSF grants on hold.
6-7 Some good news at NIH and on data blackout
open.substack.com/pub/insideme...
1. All federal grants HALTED. (Lawsuits now pending)
2. CDC/WHO stop-work order. Impacts
3. USAID gutted.
4. HIV drugs cut off to poor nations.
5. New NSF grants on hold.
6-7 Some good news at NIH and on data blackout
open.substack.com/pub/insideme...
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“Today we feel secure and safe and happy.” After Thailand on Thursday became the first country in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage, couples gathered for a mass wedding in Bangkok. www.nytimes.com/2025/01/22/w...
January 23, 2025 at 9:32 PM
“Today we feel secure and safe and happy.” After Thailand on Thursday became the first country in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage, couples gathered for a mass wedding in Bangkok. www.nytimes.com/2025/01/22/w...
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If you submitted an NIH grant that is affected by the “pause,” please contact me.
January 23, 2025 at 2:17 PM
If you submitted an NIH grant that is affected by the “pause,” please contact me.
Hello crew! This is my first post
January 24, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Hello crew! This is my first post