Medicaid Cuts Threaten U.S. Healthcare Jobs and Rural Economies
Medicaid cuts could reduce U.S. economic output by $183 billion and cost 408,000 jobs by 2034, with severe impacts on rural hospitals and healthcare access.
CMS Proposes 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule With Focus on Value and Telehealth
CMS's 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposal emphasizes value-based payment increases, expanded telehealth flexibilities, new chronic care payment models, and significant Medicare spending reductions for skin substitutes.
Federal Funding Cuts Threaten Medicaid and Medicare Coverage in Connecticut
Federal budget changes could cut Medicaid and Medicare funding in Connecticut, risking coverage for 175,000 residents and impacting the state economy.
Comprehensive Overview of Medicaid's Scope and Challenges in Colorado
Explore the extensive Medicaid program in Colorado, covering eligibility, enrollment trends, federal expansions, recent policy shifts, and the impact of work requirements and immigrant coverage programs.
Medicaid Expansion and Premium Tax Credits Critical to U.S. Insurance Coverage Gains
Explore how Medicaid expansion and premium tax credits have driven historic improvements in U.S. health insurance coverage and the risks posed by potential policy changes.
MedPAC Proposes Inflation Tie for Physician Pay Updates
MedPAC recommends linking physician pay updates to inflation, emphasizing the unsustainability of current Medicare reimbursements. ACR and AMA support timely action.