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FILE - In this May 21, 2013 file photo, Sen. Johnny Isakson, R-Ga. speaks on Capitol Hill, in Washington. With a majority of Medicare beneficiaries dealing with two or more chronic conditions, a group of lawmakers from both political parties Wednesday proposed a new approach. Isakson is the co-sponsor of the Better Care Program where teams of doctors, nurses and social workers would get a flat fee per Medicare patient, with few strings attached. The goal is to keep seniors as healthy as possible, avoiding hospitalizations. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak, File)
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FILE - In this June 6, 2013, file photo, Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore. speaks on Capitol Hill in Washington. With a majority of Medicare beneficiaries dealing with two or more chronic conditions, a group of lawmakers from both political parties Wednesday proposed a new approach. One of the main sponsors is Wyden, expected to take over leadership of the Finance Committee, which oversees Medicare. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)
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Medicare chief Marilyn Tavenner testifies Tuesday before the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee about problems with the rollout of Obamacare. Committee Republicans have emphasized coverage cancellations and increased costs while raising questions about cybersecurity for HealthCare.gov. (Associated Press)
