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.
New Jersey’s Low Medicaid Rates Threaten Primary Care Access
New Jersey's low Medicaid reimbursement rates are causing primary care physicians to close practices, limiting healthcare access for low-income patients.
Medicare Coverage for Anti-Obesity Drugs Gains Attention in Maine
Maine advocates seek Medicare coverage for anti-obesity medications to improve public health, reduce healthcare costs, and promote active transportation. Bipartisan support grows with Senator Susan Collins' leadership.
Funding Cuts Threaten Vital Rural Community Health Centers in North Carolina
Medicaid and federal funding cuts risk destabilizing community health centers in rural North Carolina, crucial for low-income residents managing chronic diseases. Understand regulatory and market impacts.