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Tag: Health Policy

North Carolina House Approves Health and Medicaid Budget with Service Cuts and Subsidy Increases

North Carolina’s House budget plan for fiscal years 2026-2027 includes Medicaid funding changes, child care subsidy increases, mental health service cuts, and controversy over funding for the UNC-Duke children’s hospital. Key stakeholders weigh in on implications.

Medicaid Cuts in One Big Beautiful Bill Could Impact 7.7 Million Coverage Losses

Analysis of the One Big Beautiful Bill's proposed Medicaid cuts shows potential coverage losses for 7.7 million Americans, with concerns over work requirements and eligibility changes.

Medicaid's Critical Role in Conservative Arizona Amid Proposed Federal Cuts

Explore the impact of proposed federal Medicaid cuts on Arizona's Gila County, highlighting local reliance on the program despite conservative political views.

CMS Amplifies Medicare Advantage RADV Audits and Targets Medicaid Provider Taxes

CMS plans major expansion of Medicare Advantage RADV audits and proposes rules to limit Medicaid provider taxation practices, impacting insurer compliance and Medicaid financing.

DOJ Alleges Kickbacks in Medicare Advantage Broker Commissions

The DOJ files a lawsuit accusing insurers and brokerages of illicit kickbacks in Medicare Advantage plan enrollments, raising compliance and regulatory concerns.

Polling Shows Strong Voter Opposition to Medicaid Cuts and Work Requirements

Comprehensive polling reveals strong U.S. voter opposition to Medicaid cuts and work requirements, highlighting critical implications for Medicaid-funded home care and services for seniors and disabled individuals.

Medicaid's Critical Role in Covering Women of Childbearing Age in Rural America

Explore Medicaid's impact on health coverage for women of childbearing age in rural U.S. areas amid declining obstetric services.

Medicaid's Critical Role in Opioid Use Disorder Coverage and Treatment Amid Policy Changes

Explore Medicaid's key role in covering and treating opioid use disorder amid evolving U.S. policy, Medicaid expansion impacts, and funding changes to SAMHSA programs.

Republicans Shift Focus from ACA Repeal to Medicaid Cuts Amid Tax Legislation

Republicans are moving away from ACA repeal efforts, focusing instead on Medicaid cuts to fund tax legislation. This shift impacts health insurance coverage and U.S. health policy.

GOP Revisits Medicaid Reform Amid Rising Enrollment and Political Complexity

In 2025, GOP efforts to reform Medicaid face challenges from record enrollment, expanded coverage, and shifting political landscapes, with proposals including work requirements and spending cuts.