UnitedHealth Group to Report Q2 2025 Earnings on July 29
UnitedHealth Group will announce its Q2 2025 earnings on July 29, featuring insights into its Optum and UnitedHealthcare business segments during a webcast conference.
Insurance Coverage Expands for Nutritional Counseling in Chronic Disease Care
More U.S. health insurance plans now cover nutritional counseling to support patients with chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. This trend enhances holistic care and chronic disease management through personalized dietary guidance.
US House Budget Proposal Threatens Connecticut Medicaid and ACA Coverage
The US House budget bill proposes Medicaid cuts and ACA work requirements that could cause 140,000 Connecticut residents to lose coverage, raising uninsured rates and healthcare costs.
Vermont Hospitals’ High Drug Markups Spark Calls for Systemic Health Care Reform
Vermont hospitals face scrutiny for high outpatient drug markups driving health insurance costs. Lawmakers consider drug price caps amid calls for systemic health care financing reforms.
PTC Enhancements Expire in 2026, Risking Coverage Loss for Millions
The temporary expansion of the Health Premium Tax Credit under Obamacare is ending in 2026, potentially causing 3.7 million Americans to lose subsidized health insurance due to higher premiums and reduced eligibility. Key legislative updates and compliance considerations detailed.
North Carolina Legislature Advances Transparency and Regulation for Pharmacy Benefit Managers
North Carolina moves forward with legislative efforts to regulate pharmacy benefit managers, aiming to increase transparency and fair reimbursement for independent pharmacies amid rising drug prices.
Florida Healthcare Cybersecurity Breaches Expose Millions of Patient Records
Recent data breaches in Florida's healthcare sector have exposed millions of patient records, emphasizing urgent cybersecurity investment and enhanced defenses against phishing and fraud.
Medicaid Cuts in Federal Budget Could Cause Major Coverage and Cost Impacts in Pennsylvania
The new federal budget deal reduces Medicaid funding by $715 billion and introduces stringent work requirements and cost-sharing that could cut healthcare coverage for 600,000 Pennsylvanians, increase uncompensated care costs, and strain state healthcare systems.
Concerns Raised Over U.S. House Budget Bill's Medicaid and SNAP Cuts
The U.S. House budget reconciliation bill proposes significant Medicaid and SNAP cuts and large tax reductions, raising concerns about safety net erosion, rising federal debt, and increased income inequality.
U.S. ACA Premium Tax Credit Funding Faces Expiration in 2025, Threatening Coverage for Millions
The expiration of ACA premium tax credits in 2025 could lead to coverage losses for millions and higher insurance premiums, posing market and political challenges.