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Medicaid Funding Cuts Loom as House Republicans Aim for $1.5T in Savings

House Republicans target Medicaid cuts and Medicaid expansion funding shifts to meet $1.5 trillion budget reduction goals, risking coverage for millions and stressing providers reliant on Medicaid funding.

Supreme Court Reviews ACA Preventive Care Coverage Mandate

The U.S. Supreme Court is evaluating the constitutionality of the ACA's mandate requiring no-cost preventive services coverage by insurers, with potential impacts on over 200 million Americans and health insurance policies nationwide.

Public Opposition Grows to Medicaid Cuts and Work Requirements in U.S.

Recent polls reveal strong public opposition to Medicaid cuts and work requirements, especially among rural voters and Medicaid beneficiaries. Medicaid funding debates continue amid budget concerns at federal and state levels.

Supreme Court Considers ACA Preventive Care Coverage Dispute

The Supreme Court reviews a case challenging ACA-required insurance coverage of preventive care services by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, impacting millions of Americans.

Medicare Advantage Drives Growth in Home Health Care Use, Study Finds

Study reveals shifting patterns in home health care use among Medicare Advantage enrollees, highlighting implications for care quality, equity, and policy in U.S. Medicare programs.

U.S. Health Policy Update: Autism Research, Drug Pricing, HHS Cuts, and Preventive Care Coverage

Insights on recent shifts in U.S. health policy: autism research, drug pricing reforms, HHS operational cuts, abortion access, and legal challenges to insurance preventive care coverage.

GOP Medicaid Cuts Proposal Threatens Coverage for 20M Americans

The GOP budget plan proposes an $880B cut to Medicaid, risking coverage for 20 million Americans and shifting financial burdens to states, raising concerns about healthcare system stability.

Medicaid Expansion Rollback Could Increase Mortality, Analysis Finds

Analysis warns that reducing Medicaid expansion federal match could lead to 34,200 more deaths annually as states consider dropping expansions. Key legislative developments and budget impacts explored.

Health Insurance Tax Returns in 2018: Impact on Premiums and Business Costs

The federal Health Insurance Tax returns in 2018, increasing premiums by 3% and impacting individuals, families, and businesses, with legislative efforts underway to delay the tax. Understanding the market and regulatory effects is crucial for insurance professionals and employers in Nevada and beyond.

Federal Cuts Reduce Caseworker Support for ACA Enrollees Amid Policy Changes

Federal workforce cuts have reduced caseworker support for ACA enrollees, complicating resolution of health coverage issues as new rules increase complexity.