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Trump Administration Proposes Medicare, Medicaid Pilot for GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs

The Trump administration proposes a Medicare and Medicaid pilot program for covering GLP-1 weight loss drugs, marking a key shift in healthcare policy and potential budget impacts.

Medicare Wastes $4.4B on Low-Value Tests for Older Adults, Study Finds

Study reveals Medicare spends $4.4 billion annually on low-value tests and procedures in older adults, urging evidence-based reforms to reduce waste and enhance care quality.

Minnesota Highlights Medicaid Changes Impacting $1.1B Funding Cut

Minnesota Medicaid faces $1.1 billion funding cuts under HR1 law, risking coverage loss for 140,000 enrollees and significant state budget impacts.

CMS Expands Medicare Payment Reforms and Medicaid Financing Overhaul

CMS releases 2026 Medicare payment reforms focusing on site-neutral payments, alongside Medicaid financing reforms in the One Big Beautiful Bill and updates on Part D bids influenced by the Inflation Reduction Act.

Impact of 2025 Federal Legislation on Medicare and Medicaid Coverage

Explore the implications of the 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill Act on Medicare and Medicaid programs, focusing on coverage changes, eligibility hurdles, and the impact on rural hospitals and long-term care.

2025 U.S. Senior Health Insurance Options Beyond Medicare and Medicaid

Explore the diverse health insurance options available to U.S. seniors in 2025 beyond traditional Medicare and Medicaid. Learn about Medicare Advantage, Medigap, VA benefits, TRICARE, PACE, and private plans.

Kitsap Health Officer Dr. Nathan Morrow Steps Down Amid Post-Pandemic Transitions

Dr. Nathan Morrow resigns as Kitsap Health Officer after managing COVID-19 and systemic health challenges. Upcoming federal policy changes pose new risks.

Georgia's Medicaid Work Requirement Program Reveals Administrative Challenges and Costs

Georgia's Pathways Medicaid program exposes operational and financial challenges of Medicaid work requirements, highlighting implications for state Medicaid policies and federal compliance.

Massachusetts Initiatives Reflect Policy and Community Trends in 2025

Explore Massachusetts 2025 updates on Medicaid management, college enrollment challenges, urban safety initiatives, and academic achievements shaping regional insurance and policy landscapes.

America's Physician Groups Advocate Accountable Care Relationships for Medicare Beneficiaries

Susan Dentzer of America's Physician Groups emphasizes accountable care relationships for Medicare beneficiaries to improve coordination, reduce hospitalizations, and support smaller practices.