Several stories over the past few years have shown some patients have been victimized during medical exams. Here's how to protect yourself. (Getty Images) It’s easy to view your doctor's office as a ...

Medical-school hopefuls taking the Medical College Admissions Test on April 17 will find it longer, broader and more interdisciplinary than in the past. WSJ's Melinda Beck reports. Photo: Adrienne ...

Insurers are using new tools and resources to assess your health and risks when setting life insurance rates Written By Written by Insurance Staff Writer, WSJ | Buy Side Kimberly Lankford is an ...

As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys breaking ...

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires pilots to be medically certified to fly. The FAA delegates authority to perform medical certification exams to physicians who complete specialized ...

Getting life insurance usually requires a medical exam so your provider gets a clearer picture of your health status. But some policies don't require an exam, including group life insurance and burial ...

Regardless of your experience, training or occupation, if you fly airplanes, you need to show the FAA that you are medically safe to fly. For sport pilots, that is your driver’s license. Basic Med is ...

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