Medicare Part B Premium Increase Drives $14B Revenue Boost Amid Rising Costs
Medicare Part B premiums increase to generate $14 billion in revenue amid rising outpatient and managed care costs, impacting seniors and Medicare Advantage plans.
U.S. Expands Medicare Coverage and Negotiates Lower Prices for Weight-Loss Drugs
The Trump administration announces agreements with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to lower prices and expand Medicare coverage for weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound, effective 2026.
High Costs and Political Influence Cloud Medicare Skin Substitute Policy
Explore how political donations and regulatory delays have impacted Medicare coverage and spending on costly skin substitute products lacking scientific validation.
USDA Ends Key Food Security Report Amid Nutrition Assistance Cuts
USDA discontinues Household Food Security Report as federal nutrition assistance programs face cuts and new Medicaid work requirements loom, complicating tracking of hunger trends.
No UPCODE Act Targets $124 Billion Medicare Overbilling to Save Taxpayers
The No UPCODE Act aims to save taxpayers $124 billion by curbing Medicare overbilling practices by insurers like UnitedHealthcare, promoting fiscal responsibility and enhancing Medicare program sustainability.
D.C. Begins Phaseout of Health Care Alliance Insurance Program Covering 30,000 Residents
D.C. initiates a two-year phaseout of the Health Care Alliance, an insurance program covering 30,000 residents without alternative options, raising concerns on healthcare access for vulnerable populations.
Minnesota Medicare Advantage Plans See Rising Premiums and Market Exits in 2026
In 2026, Minnesota Medicare Advantage plans face average premium hikes of nearly 18% amid provider exits and market disruptions, challenging seniors' coverage options and enrollment decisions.
Medicaid Spending Cuts to Impact People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Federal budget cuts to Medicaid pose risks to coverage and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, affecting millions reliant on specialized care and long-term support.
Medicare Fee Schedule Changes Signal Reimbursement Cuts for Many Physicians
Medicare's updated physician fee schedule includes efficiency adjustments and recalculations that will reduce payments for many doctors, impacting physician income and patient access. Workforce shortages and policy adjustments underscore significant challenges in Medicare reimbursement.
New York Faces 38% Health Premium Hikes if ACA Tax Credits Expire
New York residents face an average 38% monthly health premium increase if ACA tax credits expire, risking coverage loss. Medicaid cuts and budget gaps threaten state health plans.