Medicare Wastes $3.6 Billion Annually on Low-Value Care, Study Finds
New study reveals Medicare spends $3.6 billion annually on low-value medical services, with $800M in patient costs. Policy changes could reduce waste and improve value.
US Insurance Market Poised for Major Change Under 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act'
The 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' introduces sweeping changes to US health and P&C insurance, including Medicaid cuts, ACA subsidy restrictions, and new tax incentives, reshaping market dynamics through 2034.
Senate Dems Introduce Bill to Reverse GOP Healthcare Cuts and Extend ACA Tax Credits
Senate Democrats introduce legislation to reverse Republican healthcare cuts and permanently extend ACA premium tax credits, impacting coverage for millions.
OBBBA's Impact: Largest Medicaid Cuts and ACA Subsidy Rollbacks
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act enacts historic Medicaid cuts and ACA subsidy reductions, raising premiums and insurer withdrawals, impacting millions and state budgets.
U.S. Health Secretary Considers Overhaul of Preventive Services Task Force
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may replace all members of the Preventive Services Task Force, impacting insurance coverage mandates under the Affordable Care Act.
HHS May Remove USPSTF Members, Impacting ACA Preventive Care Coverage
HHS plans to potentially remove members of the USPSTF, affecting preventive care coverage mandates under the Affordable Care Act and impacting insurance providers and patient access.
Texas Ranks Among Lowest States for Health Care Access and Affordability
Texas ranks in the bottom five U.S. states for health care access and affordability, with the highest uninsured rates and limited physician availability, impacted by recent federal policy changes.
Colorado Prepares for Special Session to Address Federal Budget Impact on Medicaid and ACA
Colorado's General Assembly schedules a special session to tackle significant impacts of the new federal budget bill on state Medicaid funding, ACA subsidies, and SNAP program changes. The session addresses substantial Medicaid cuts, provider tax caps, and eligibility restrictions affecting Colorado’s healthcare landscape.
New Federal Bill Could Reduce Medicaid and ACA Enrollment by Millions
The recent One Big Beautiful Bill Act is projected to decrease enrollment in Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act by 11.8 million, impacting health coverage and patient insurance eligibility across key health systems.
Health Insurance Costs Require Careful Planning for U.S. Retirees
Explore essential strategies for U.S. retirees to manage rising health insurance costs, Medicaid options, COBRA coverage, and ACA subsidies to secure financial stability in retirement.