5 things to know as Dr. Oz gets one step closer to leading Medicare and Medicaid

The former TV doctor made it through a tight vote in the Senate Finance committee with only Republican support.

5 things to know as Dr. Oz gets one step closer to leading Medicare and Medicaid
Dr. Mehmet Oz at his confirmation hearing with the Senate Finance Committee on March 14. The committee voted to advance his nomination on Tuesday.

The former TV doctor made it through a tight vote in the Senate Finance committee with only Republican support.

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