Lee Meyer

New York

Reporter at Newsday

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Insurers plan to streamline prior authorization by 2027

3 days ago | newsday.com | Lee Meyer

Health insurance companies across the country have agreed to streamline and simplify the prior authorization process for patients seeking certain medical treatment, according to a nationwide industry trade group. Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and many other groups are voluntarily taking part in the multiyear initiative, according to America's Health Insurance Plans, a national insurance trade group that pushed for the change.
Northwell's Mather Hospital set to open new ER this summer

1 week ago | newsday.com | Lee Meyer

Mather Hospital's new, expanded emergency department is set to open later this summer. The Port Jefferson-based Northwell Health hospital began construction on the new ER in May 2023 and is awaiting final approvals from the state health department. The $78 million new facility is 29,000 square feet and can accommodate up to 55,000 patients annually, up from 13,000 square feet and the capacity for 38,000 patients, said hospital president Kevin McGeachy.
New Sephora coming to Green Acres Mall in Valley Stream

1 week ago | newsday.com | Lee Meyer

Cosmetics chain Sephora will open a new store at Green Acres Mall as part of the Valley Stream property's ongoing redevelopment. The 5,300-square-foot store will be adjacent to the Cheesecake Factory with an exterior-only entrance, the mall confirmed to Newsday. Sephora is expected to open spring 2027.
Olympian Katie Ledecky partners with Catholic Health

1 week ago | newsday.com | Lee Meyer

Catholic Health has partnered with Olympic gold medalist Katie Ledecky on a new initiative that will see the 21-time world champion help the health care system spread the word about preventive wellness strategies. The program, "Optimizing Your Health for Greater Performance," will be rolled out through videos and print material featuring Ledecky, with plans for in-person engagements this fall, said Dr. Patrick O'Shaughnessy, president and CEO of Catholic Health.
Used Tesla prices plunge in 2025 amid Musk backlash

1 week ago | newsday.com | Lee Meyer

Used Teslas are losing value faster than any other car brand — and Long Island, New York’s largest EV market, is feeling the impact. The sharp decline is being driven not only by falling new car prices and softening EV demand, but also by growing backlash against Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s political activities, according to a June report by research firm iSeeCars.
Medical marijuana for pain relief on Long Island

1 week ago | newsday.com | Lee Meyer

Melissa Pressler was diagnosed at age 18 with irritable bowel syndrome and gastroparesis, conditions that caused years of debilitating pain and discomfort. But in 2019, nearly five years after the diagnosis, the Riverhead resident said she found relief when she started using cannabis for pain management. Now 28, the artist and teacher said tinctures and edibles have changed her life, relieving her most severe gastric symptoms. "It's really given me a lot of power in my life," she said.
4 ways the Israel-Iran conflict could hit Long Island wallets

2 weeks ago | newsday.com | Lee Meyer

Israel's attack on Tehran, Iran's capital city, Friday morning targeting the country's nuclear program has the potential to escalate and cause worldwide turmoil, including in the financial sector and on Long Island. Iran is a major producer of oil and if a wider war erupts, it could slow the flow of Iran’s oil to its customers and keep the price of crude and gasoline higher for everyone worldwide, according to The Associated Press.
Cannabis recall in NY over pesticide concerns

2 weeks ago | newsday.com | Lee Meyer

Several adult-use cannabis products sold throughout New York have been recalled after the New York State Office of Cannabis Management found that they had "unallowable pesticide," posing a potential public health and safety risk to consumers. OCM didn't say which pesticides were found. The nine products included in the recall all come from Brooklyn-based IndoGrow LLC.
Aldi to sell alcoholic beverages at all Long Island stores

3 weeks ago | newsday.com | Lee Meyer

Grocery store chain Aldi will sell alcoholic beverages at all its Long Island stores starting June 13. Aldi will offer beer, cider and ready-to-drink "adult beverages," according to a news release. The company said all the drinks will be under $15. The drinks include Wernesgruner Lemon Radler beer, Wicked Grove Blueberry Cider, Locken’s Tropical Pineapple Kolsch beer, Limaveza Lime Lager beer and the All Play Margarita Variety Pack.
How to get help with medical bills in New York

3 weeks ago | newsday.com | Lee Meyer

Navigating medical debt, however big or small, can be a challenging process. Co-pays and deductibles vary by provider, as do fees from hospitals, private practices and urgent care centers. National nonprofit group Dollar For, which helps people pay their bills through charity, said that Americans have $195 billion in medical debt. "Medical debt is different from other debts.