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NHeLP Summer 2026 Paid Legal Internships Focused on Health Equity

NHeLP is offering paid remote legal internships for Summer 2026, emphasizing health law advocacy for underserved communities with up to $10,000 stipends.

Healthcare Leaders Address Women's Health Access and Misinformation Challenges

Healthcare leaders discuss challenges in women's health access, impacts of abortion restrictions, and rising medical misinformation, highlighting the need for enhanced funding and equitable care delivery.

Government Shutdown Looms Over ACA Subsidy Extensions and Health Insurance Costs

Upcoming U.S. government funding debates center on extending ACA subsidies affecting over 20 million Americans, with premium hikes and coverage losses at stake.

New Mexico Faces Fourth-Highest ACA Health Plan Rate Hikes in 2024

New Mexico will see some of the nation’s highest ACA health insurance premium increases in 2024, with average individual plan rates through the BeWell marketplace rising 35.7%, according to state insurance regulators.

Kansas Medicaid KanCare Expands Maternal Care Services and Provider Network

Kansas Medicaid's KanCare expands maternal care services, adding providers and extending postpartum coverage to support pregnant and postpartum beneficiaries through enhanced MCO contracts and reimbursement policies.

Delaware Analysis Shows GLP-1 Rebates Keep Drug Costs Stable Despite Increased Use

Delaware Department of Insurance analysis finds GLP-1 drug prices effectively stable after rebates, indicating limited impact on health insurance cost increases despite higher utilization.

House Republicans Debating Extension of Expiring ACA Enhanced Premium Subsidies

House Republican leaders debate extending expiring ACA enhanced premium subsidies amid potential premium spikes and internal party disagreements.

Medicaid Cuts in HR 1 Threaten Financial Stability of Oregon Healthcare Providers

Proposed Medicaid cuts in HR 1 pose financial challenges to Oregon rural hospitals and healthcare providers, potentially reducing coverage and increasing private insurance premiums.

Young Adults Face Rising Medical Debt Amid Health Insurance Market Challenges

Over half of Americans aged 18-29 face rising medical debt due to high cost-sharing and limited marketplace insurance access. Regulatory gaps and pending subsidy expirations heighten risks for young adults' insurance affordability.

Medicaid Expansion Boosts Buprenorphine Access for Opioid Treatment

Medicaid expansion significantly increases buprenorphine prescriptions for opioid treatment, highlighting insurance's role in addressing the opioid crisis and ensuring access to addiction medication.