H.R. 6280 Receives Broad Support from U.S. Healthcare Associations and Clinicians

H.R. 6280, a healthcare bill focused on genetic counseling, gains endorsement from over 200 U.S. healthcare organizations and 500 clinicians. NSGC provides resources to advance support.

UnitedHealth Group Faces Market Challenges Amid Rising Healthcare Costs

UnitedHealth Group stock struggles as rising healthcare costs pressure financial performance, highlighting key market and regulatory challenges in 2024.

CMS Finalizes 2026 Payment Updates and Policy Changes for OPPS and ASCs

CMS announces 2026 updates for OPPS and ASC payment systems, including expanded site neutral payments, skin substitute product unbundling, IPO list phase-out, and new hospital price transparency requirements.

Medicare for All Gains Broad U.S. Support Amid Rising Premiums and ACA Limitations

A new poll shows growing public support for Medicare for All in the U.S., reflecting dissatisfaction with rising private insurance premiums and limitations of the Affordable Care Act.

CMS Medicare Drug Price Negotiations Yield $12B Savings on 15 High-Cost Medications

CMS announces $12 billion savings from Medicare drug price negotiations on 15 high-cost medications, effective 2027, enhancing Medicare Part D sustainability.

CMS Proposes Major 2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D Updates Following Inflation Reduction Act

CMS's 2027 proposed rule outlines key Medicare Advantage and Part D program updates, codifying Inflation Reduction Act changes, adjusting Star Ratings, and modernizing marketing and risk adjustment frameworks.

Medicare Open Enrollment: Key Changes in Part D Plans for 2025

Medicare open enrollment ends soon; JABA offers free counseling to help beneficiaries review and select their 2025 Part D prescription drug plans. Nearly 3,000 people saved $4.4M on prescription costs.

Strategies to Manage Medicare Part D Prescription Costs in 2026

Explore key strategies and programs to reduce Medicare Part D prescription medication costs in 2026, including Extra Help, state assistance, generic options, and payment plans.

NY Lawmakers Call for Health Department Review of Optum's Network Changes

New York lawmakers request health department review of Optum's network exclusions and clinic closures amid Medicaid and Medicare changes affecting healthcare access.

OIG Finds Medicare Overpaying for Continuous Glucose Monitors; Recommends Payment Cuts

OIG report identifies Medicare overpayments for continuous glucose monitors and urges CMS to reduce payment rates, highlighting potential savings.