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Herb Weiss

  • Deputy Director, Senior Center at City of Pawtucket
  • Author and Journalist, Freelance
Pawtucket
As seen in: Barnes and Noble, Providence Journal, Tallahassee Democrat, GoLocalProv, Warwick Beacon, The Call & Times, RICentral.com, Cranston Herald, RINewsToday.com
Covers:  Aging, Health Care, Medical Issues
Author & Journalist, Tweets and opinions are my own

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Herb Weiss is an American author and journalist. While he is best known for his work as a writer and as an arts and cultural ambassador for the city of Pawtucket He recently was appointed Deputy Director of the city’s Leon Mathieu Senior Center.

For over 42 years, Herb has enjoyed a distinguished career in journalism, earning a national reputation as an expert on aging, health care and medical issues. He also writes a weekly “Age Beat” editorial commentary on aging issues for the Pawtucket Tim…

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SSA Trustees Report Calls on Congress to Fix Social Security and Medicare – Herb Weiss

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by Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Congress faces the urgent legislative task of ensuring the long-term viability of the nation’s Social Security program. As in previous years, the Social Security Board of Trustees’ 2026 report warns that without congressional action, the OASI and DI Trust Funds will pay full benefits only through 2034. Afterward, payroll tax revenue will cover about 83% of scheduled benefits, highlighting the need for timely Congressional intervention.
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6月15日养老金板块涨幅达2% _ 东方财富网

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Medicare Fraud Prevention Week Puts Focus on Protecting Seniors from Scams – Herb Weiss

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By Herb Weiss
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By Herb Weiss, contributing writer, aging isues As skyrocketing Medicare fraud schemes cost taxpayers billions each year, congressional leaders, federal agencies, and consumer advocacy groups intensify their efforts to combat aggressive scams targeting older Americans. Experts estimate that Medicare fraud, waste, and abuse may cost as much as $60 billion annually. However, no federal agency publishes a definitive total amount because much of the activity goes undetected.
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AARP Vision's Award

2003 - reporting

For weekly coverage of aging, health care and medical issues in the Pawtucket Times, Rhode Island

American College of Nursing Home Administrator's Journalism Award

1994 - Reporting on Capitol Hill

For coverage of Congress on long-term care issues

American College of Nursing Home Administrator's Journalism Award

1999 - Reporting on Capitol Hill

For coverage of Congress on long-term care issues

McKnight's LTC "100 Most Influencial People in Long-Term Care

1997 - Washington Correspondent

Covering legislative issues impacting the long-term care sector

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