Tag: HHS

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HHS Launches Medicare Pilot to Pay for Wearable Tech and Telehealth in Chronic Care

HHS introduces the ACCESS pilot to reimburse wearable tech and telehealth providers under Medicare for improving chronic care outcomes in seniors. New payment models aim to boost innovation in digital health.

HHS Enhances Enforcement of Parental Consent Laws in Pediatric Medicine

HHS launches investigations and updates grant requirements to reinforce parental consent laws in pediatric healthcare, focusing on vaccinations and health information access under federal programs.

HHS Ends Longstanding Public Comment Requirement, Drawing Industry Concern

The Department of Health and Human Services ends the Richardson Waiver, impacting public notice and comment in healthcare rulemaking. Industry groups express concerns over transparency and stakeholder engagement.

FDA Approves Leucovorin for Autism Amid Investment and Regulatory Clarifications

FDA approves prescription leucovorin for autism treatment; HHS addresses investment and regulatory concerns involving CMS administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz amid public discourse.

Congress Faces Tight Deadline for FY 2026 Funding Amid Partisan Challenges

Congress returns to negotiate FY 2026 government funding with a deadline on Sept 30, facing bipartisan challenges and potential shutdown.

Federal Court Blocks Key ACA Exchange Rule Changes; Administration Appeals

A federal court blocks key provisions of the CMS Marketplace Integrity and Affordability rule affecting ACA exchanges, prompting an appeal from the Trump administration. Changes impact health plan design, enrollment rules, and taxpayer costs.

Healthcare Policy and Insurance Coverage Spotlighted Ahead of 2026 Midterms

Healthcare policy and insurance coverage issues, including Medicaid cuts and ACA subsidy expirations, are central to the 2026 U.S. midterm elections amid regulatory challenges at CDC and HHS.

AMA Urges Retention of Preventive Services Task Force Amid HHS Shakeup

AMA urges HHS to retain the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force members amidst reports of planned dismissals, highlighting the panel's role in guiding evidence-based preventive care covered by insurers. Supreme Court upholds ACA's preventive coverage mandate.

DOJ-HHS Relaunches False Claims Act Working Group to Intensify Healthcare Fraud Enforcement

The DOJ and HHS have reestablished the False Claims Act Working Group to heighten enforcement of healthcare fraud, focusing on Medicare, Medicaid, pricing, and EHR compliance risks.