Minot Medicaid spending on addiction treatment nears $2.4 million in 2024
Medicaid expenditures for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment in Minot surged by 88.4% in 2024, reflecting shifts in service use and reimbursement.
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Williston State College opens new healthcare training facility to address workforce needs
Williston State College has opened a new Healthcare Training Facility aimed at addressing regional workforce shortages. U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking this milestone for local healthcare…
Department of Energy awards $36 million to EERC for enhanced oil recovery program
The U.S. Department of Energy is providing $36 million for research at UND’s EERC aimed at improving enhanced oil recovery in North Dakota’s Bakken formation. Senator Kevin Cramer welcomed this…
Grand Forks Air Force Base chosen for advanced counter-drone defense pilot program
Grand Forks Air Force Base has been selected by federal officials as one site among four nationwide testing advanced drone defense technologies under a new pilot program championed by Senator…
EPA awards $16.6 million to North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality for water projects
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded over $16 million to support clean water projects across North Dakota. The funds will help plan, design, and build improvements through state programs.…
Senator Kevin Cramer receives Distinguished Service Award from North Dakota Long Term Care Association
Senator Kevin Cramer received one of North Dakota Long Term Care Association’s highest honors at their annual convention in Bismarck. The award recognizes his ongoing support for seniors’ services amid…
Sen. Cramer: HHS awards more than $12 million for initiatives across North Dakota
The Department of Health and Human Services has awarded over $12 million for education and healthcare initiatives across North Dakota. Funding will benefit early childhood programs in Minot Public Schools,…
Senate resolution designates April 2026 as Second Chance Month
The Senate approved a bipartisan resolution naming April 2026 as Second Chance Month. The measure seeks national attention for barriers faced by formerly incarcerated people reentering society.
King Charles III addresses Congress during first U.S. state visit as monarch
King Charles III addressed Congress during his first U.S state visit since becoming monarch alongside Queen Camilla. Senator Kevin Cramer welcomed Their Majesties while reflecting on historic ties between America…
Trump’s FY27 budget includes $230 million for Minot Air Force Base modernization
President Trump’s proposed FY27 budget allocates $230 million for major modernization projects at Minot Air Force Base tied to next-generation nuclear deterrence systems. Senator Kevin Cramer highlights these investments as…
Cramer and Gen. Bratton visit Grand Forks to discuss new Space Operations Center
Senator Kevin Cramer announced plans for a $250 million Space Operations Center at Grand Forks Air Force Base during a visit with General Shawn Bratton. The project aims to enhance…
Cramer urges USDA and USTR to address concerns of U.S. onion growers
Senator Kevin Cramer urged federal agencies on April 23 to support U.S. onion growers facing rising costs amid competition from Mexican imports. Lawmakers are calling for increased duties on imported…
Space Force to expand operations at Grand Forks with new satellite facility
A proposed $250 million investment would establish a new U.S. Space Force satellite operations center at Grand Forks Air Force Base under President Trump’s fiscal plan. Senator Kevin Cramer says…
Cramer questions Federal Reserve chair nominee Warsh on independence and groupthink concerns
Senator Kevin Cramer questioned Federal Reserve Chair nominee Kevin Warsh about independence at an April hearing. The exchange addressed groupthink at the Fed and included discussions about debanking practices affecting…
Senator Kevin Cramer calls for updated U.S. refining to achieve energy independence
Senator Kevin Cramer urged updates to U.S. refining infrastructure amid renewed debate over American energy independence due to global tensions affecting gas prices. In an op-ed, he outlined policy steps…
Cramer highlights North Dakota-Norway defense ties at annual bilateral conference
Senator Kevin Cramer discussed North Dakota’s deep connections with Norway at a major defense conference held April 17. He emphasized historical ties rooted in immigration as well as current military…
Senators send letter to USTR Greer supporting USMCA and agricultural market access
Senator Kevin Cramer joined other senators urging support for USMCA ahead of its mandatory review this summer. Their letter emphasizes maintaining strong agricultural export markets with Canada and Mexico while…
Medicaid spending for Medicine Services and Procedures in Bottineau climbs 6.7% in 2024
In 2024, Medicaid providers in Bottineau billed $15,915 for Medicine Services and Procedures, showing a 6.7% increase over the prior year.
Minot Medicaid payments for National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies reach $28.5 million in 2024
Medicaid payments classified under National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies grew 4.2% in Minot in 2024, indicating shifts in billing and reimbursement trends.
Kenmare sees 128% jump in Medicaid payments for Medicine Services and Procedures in 2024
Kenmare experienced a 127.9% surge in Medicaid payments related to the Medicine Services and Procedures group in 2024, highlighting shifts in usage and reimbursement trends.
Rolla Medicaid payments for ambulance and transport services climb 10.1% in 2024
In Rolla, Medicaid providers submitted $231,484 in claims for Ambulance and Other Transport Services and Supplies in 2024, an increase of 10.1% from the prior year.
Belcourt Medicaid payments for medicine services reach $195,716 in 2024
Belcourt recorded a 52.2% rise in Medicaid payments for the Medicine Services and Procedures category in 2024, highlighting shifts in service usage and payment trends.
Medicaid payments for substance treatment in Fort Totten surge 244.6% in 2024
Medicaid spending for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment services in Fort Totten increased by 244.6% in 2024, pointing to major shifts in billing, service use and payment structures.
Rugby Medicaid bills for Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) climb to $51,744 in 2024
Rugby Medicaid providers billed $51,744 for Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) services in 2024, marking a 13% rise compared with the previous year.
Cando Medicaid spending for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment jumps to $1,034,786 in 2024
Medicaid payments for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment services in Cando surged 362.3% in 2024, highlighting changes in service demand and payment rates.