The recent Republican tax legislation will trigger automatic Medicare payment cuts starting in 2026 due to sequestration mandated by the Budget Control Act, impacting provider reimbursements through 2034.
Rhode Island Attorney General updates consumer resources on UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plan changes due to Brown University Health network removal and CMS special election period.
States to apply September for $50B Rural Health Fund amid Medicare cuts; concerns over urban hospitals dual-classified as rural impacting fund allocation.
CMS's price-substitution policy has saved $76 million for Medicare by correcting drug pricing identified by the Office of Inspector General, improving cost efficiency while maintaining access.
Krishna Gidwani pleaded guilty to conspiracy in a $4M Medicare fraud involving durable medical equipment. Part of DOJ's 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown.
Medicare faces evolving opportunities and challenges in covering weight loss drugs through legislation like the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act and federal demonstration projects. Drug adherence and cost-effectiveness remain key issues.
CMS's 2026 Physician Fee Schedule proposal advances Medicare telehealth with expanded behavioral health codes, remote monitoring updates, and virtual Diabetes Prevention Program delivery, shaping long-term digital care integration.
Medicaid cuts could reduce U.S. economic output by $183 billion and cost 408,000 jobs by 2034, with severe impacts on rural hospitals and healthcare access.
Study reveals limited insurance coverage for multiple sclerosis drugs increases relapse risk, highlighting Medicare plan disparities and formulary restrictions.
Understand the Medicare Part A requirements for skilled nursing facility coverage, including qualifying hospital stays, coverage limits, and copay costs essential for healthcare professionals and insurers.
