The Queen’s Medical Center settles whistleblower lawsuits claiming it overcharged governmentHONOLULU — The Queen’s Medical Center has paid $2.5 million to settle two lawsuits alleging Hawaii’s largest private hospital overcharged Medicare, the state’s Medicaid program and TRICARE health benefits program for military dependents, the U.S. Attorney said Wednesday. AP News in BriefFeds: Mass. man conspired to kill 2 US politicians, carry out holy war on US malls, troops Health care industry delivers savings plan to White HouseWASHINGTON — Health industry officials delivered a plan to the White House Monday documenting how they’ll attempt to save $2 trillion over a decade through measures like reducing hospitalizations and cutting down on paperwork. Hurricane insurance harder to get, costs up as 2009 storm season startsCHARLOTTE, N.C. — As the 2009 hurricane season arrives, many homeowners are finding insurance is either more expensive, or harder to get. Genworth shares slip on 1Q loss, CEO sees improvementDES MOINES, Iowa — Shares of Genworth Financial Inc. gave ground Friday, the day after the insurer reported a first-quarter loss largely due to subprime mortgage impairments and investment losses. Business events and economic reports scheduled for the coming weekWASHINGTON — National Association of Home Builders releases housing market index for October, 1 p.m. Home swaps: A tempting idea in a recession, but what are the risks?NEW YORK — It’s an alluring vacation idea in a recession: To beat pricey hotel rates, you swap homes with a family in the city you want to visit. |