According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, PKD is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys.
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U.S. health system presents challenges to IT modernizers
A government official said there were still substantial barriers to the uptake of new information technology systems in the U.S. health insurance system.
Read MoreNo determination on Medicare premium increases
The Social Security Administration said the government has not yet determined if healthcare insurance premiums for Medicare will increase next year.
When a conclusion about Medicare premiums is made, it will be announced by the Department of Health and Human Services, the SSA said. If an increase does come, however, more than 70 percent of Social Security recipients will be protected against paying higher amounts for Part B protection.
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